noun
- Plural of hemochromatosis; disorders characterized by excessive iron accumulation in body tissues, leading to organ damage.
Usage: medical term; plural form
Examples
- Hemochromatoses can develop from genetic mutations or secondary causes such as repeated blood transfusions.
- The patient was screened for various hemochromatoses after showing signs of liver damage.
- Primary and secondary hemochromatoses require different treatment approaches.
- Untreated hemochromatoses may result in cirrhosis, heart disease, and diabetes.
- Genetic testing helps distinguish between different types of hemochromatoses.