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What Causes High DHEA And Ferritin Levels?
Posted on
Tue, 17 Feb 2015
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Tue, 17 Feb 2015
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Question : my ferritin level came back at 382 my doctor doesn't seem concerned or know much about it. Should I be concerned? Hematologist would this be the type of specialist I would see? My Bilirubin is 1.5dl is this ok? also my DHEA IS 556 I Have been under a very stressful time. What is your thoughts on my levels?
Brief Answer:
Probably nothing to worry about
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
your ferritin level is high but no diagnosis can be established on this finding only. Transferrin saturation would be helpful regarding hemochromatosis (it requires >45%). Ferritin levels may rise also when inflammatory conditions or malignancies are present.
A hematologist may evaluate your tests and consider further diagnostic strategy.
Your bilirubin levels are not worrisome. Although they are a little higher than normal, such levels are usually caused by benign causes like Gilbert's syndrome.
Your DHEA levels are higher than usual. Sometimes a high DHEA level can be attributed to the polycystic ovary syndrome. The other potential explanations are much rarer.
I believe you should stop taking iron supplements and check again after a couple of months or so.
I hope you find my answer helpful!
If you'd like further details, please specify them in a follow-up question.
Kind Regards!
Probably nothing to worry about
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
your ferritin level is high but no diagnosis can be established on this finding only. Transferrin saturation would be helpful regarding hemochromatosis (it requires >45%). Ferritin levels may rise also when inflammatory conditions or malignancies are present.
A hematologist may evaluate your tests and consider further diagnostic strategy.
Your bilirubin levels are not worrisome. Although they are a little higher than normal, such levels are usually caused by benign causes like Gilbert's syndrome.
Your DHEA levels are higher than usual. Sometimes a high DHEA level can be attributed to the polycystic ovary syndrome. The other potential explanations are much rarer.
I believe you should stop taking iron supplements and check again after a couple of months or so.
I hope you find my answer helpful!
If you'd like further details, please specify them in a follow-up question.
Kind Regards!
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