How to treat ferritin level of 1500 μg/L?
Apr 07, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Heyang
Introduction
Ferritin level of 1500 μg/L can be treated with medication or surgery, depending on the underlying cause. A ferritin level as high as 1500 is generally caused by conditions such as breast cancer, liver cirrhosis, or aplastic anemia. In addition, acute myocardial infarction can also lead to elevated ferritin levels.
Ferritin levels as high as 1500 μg/L can be treated with medication or surgery, depending on the underlying cause. Elevated ferritin levels around 1500 are commonly caused by conditions such as breast cancer, liver cirrhosis, and aplastic anemia.
1. Breast Cancer
If a patient has breast cancer, liver cancer, or similar malignancies, these tumors often have a strong capacity to synthesize ferritin, leading to increased serum ferritin levels. Treatment should be guided by a physician and may include chemotherapy and surgical intervention.
2. Liver Cirrhosis
Liver diseases such as hepatitis and liver cirrhosis typically result in increased release of ferritin from tissues, causing elevated ferritin levels. This may lead to ferritin levels reaching 1500 μg/L. Patients should strictly follow medical advice and use antiviral medications such as acyclovir tablets or entecavir tablets.
3. Aplastic Anemia
When patients are affected by pathogenic microorganisms, it often leads to abnormalities in the hematologic system and impaired blood cell production, which can affect hemoglobin synthesis and result in elevated ferritin levels above the normal range. Under medical supervision, treatment may include medications such as cyclosporine capsules or cyclosporine soft capsules.
In addition, acute myocardial infarction may also cause elevated ferritin levels. It is important to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital and receive appropriate treatment based on the underlying cause.
