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Sudden increase in Sr Ferritin

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NK:
My son is 9.5 years old. Till last year, his Ferritin level always remained less than 1000. In Jan'16, it was 1638. In 6 months time, it has jumped to 3700. Desirox  (500 mg) is continued. There may be occasional misses. I am very worried. Please suggest something.

Andy Battaglia:
I'm guessing his dose of desirox is now too low. What is his weight?

NK:
Hi Andy,
His weight is 26 Kg. We met the treating doctor and doctor confirmed that my son's spleen is almost normal in size. Doc has suggested to give 1000 mg for next 3 months and re-check the Ferritin level.

Andy Battaglia:
His dose should be about 750 mg daily. It's weight based. 30 mg/kg is the standard dose.

jatin:
Pls check Sr. Ferrtin when there is no fever or thorat pain or thorat infection. .
Also check HCV status which may be reason to increase ferrtin.
Thanks

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