GPs Dr Susan Hancock and Dr Doug Jenkinson and ANP Diogo Gomes provide an overview of genetic haemochromatosis, including how timely diagnosis can support early intervention and optimal management
Module summary
Genetic haemochromatosis (GH) is a relatively common but under-diagnosed condition. Due to the generic nature of early symptoms, the condition can be missed, misdiagnosed or diagnosed late.
Late diagnosis increases the risk of the development of serious complications. Increasing primary care healthcare practitioners’ knowledge of this condition can lead to earlier diagnosis, allowing for timely treatment and possible reduction in GH related complications. This module also gives an overview regarding the genetic/psychological aspects of being diagnosed with a hereditary condition, which can require lifelong treatment.
Learning objectives
The aim of this video module is to provide an overview of GH, exploring the signs, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and management of this condition. The possible complications of treatment will be examined to allow healthcare practitioners to consider the physical and psychological aspects that should be addressed when managing those diagnosed with this condition. After completing the module and reflection activities you should be able to:
• Describe the signs and symptoms that might indicate GH
• Identify the blood tests required to diagnose GH and be able to interpret the results
• Discuss the implications of GH on those diagnosed with the condition and their family and/or carers
Module lesson
The first step of the module is to undertake a short assessment to test your current understanding of genetic haemochromatosis.
Following the video seminar, you’ll be asked to complete another brief assessment. Completion of both tests is an important aspect of the module and CPD points are only awarded after both elements are successfully completed.
Click here to view and complete the full CPD module and download your certificate logging 2 CPD hours towards revalidation
Authors: Dr Susan Hancock FRCGP and Dr Doug Jenkinson FRCGP, in collaboration with Haemochromatosis UK
Presenter: Diogo Gomes PGCert (ANP), NMP, RGN Advanced Nurse Practitioner – Information & Advisory
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