Diagnosed with NASH 1 1/2 years ago when first diagnosed with Hemochromatosis. Enzyme levels back to normal as is the size of my liver. Current ferritin level is 6. High blood pressure discovered a month ago and dr. has me on 12.5mg of HCTZ a day. Will this caused any damage to my liver? 48 yr. old male 6ft. 263 lbs.
Thanks for posting your concern on Chat Doctor! I appreciate your concern for the high BP and high Ferritin levels. Hy Chat Doctor. 5 mg/day) is used to treat mild hypertension, and it seems your BP is well controlled with this dose. HCTZ is unlikely to cause liver damage, however patients with severe liver disease or cirrhosis are very susceptible to thiazide-induced electrolyte disturbances (hypokalemic hypochloremic alkalosis) which can cause hepatic coma. Hemochromatosis is a hereditary disorder in which excess of iron is stored in the tissues of major organs, especially liver, pancreas, heart and testes. Serum ferritin measures the amount of iron stored in the body. For adults, the ideal range is 50-150 NG/ml. Over a period of years, the stored iron can severely damage many organs, leading to organ failure and chronic diseases such as cirrhosis, diabetes and heart failure. Regular removal of blood (phlebotomy) can be done every 8 weeks. Serum ferritin 