Re(1): Hemochromotosis&pophyria IP: 68.227.25.104 Posted on August 4, 2009 at 06:48:26 PM by James
Hi Sandra,
There are hereditary and non-hereditary versions of both disorders. The hereditary forms are not going to be cured without stem cell therapy.
A few suggestions for the hemochromotosis are alpha lipoic acid, which chelates out excess iron. Chromium blocks iron absorption from the intestines. Taking calcium or regular black tea with meals will also help block iron absorption.
She should avoid high vitamin C foods with meals and vitamin C supplements as these increase iron absorption, which is not a good idea.
She should also avoid high iron foods such as red meats, liver, and beets.
Liver support can help a lot. Foods that help support the liver are turmeric, artichoke and carrots.
The cause of non-hereditary hemochromotosis is unknown, though I suspect a virus. So antivirals such as andrographis and Phyllanthus nirui would be good choices. Normally I like pau d' arco, but this is too high in iron.
What I have always found interesting was that when I first heard about hemochromotosis over 20 years ago it was considered very rare and was generally only seen in alcoholics. Within the last 5 years or so I have ran in to so many people diagnosed with hemochromotosis that have no history of alcoholism. So it makes me wonder why the sudden surge of cases.
The porphyria is what would be causing the ulcerations of the skin. And the porphyria is most likely being caused from the hemochromotosis. Though stress, hormones, diet, and some medications can precipitate porphyria attacks.
She is not going to be able to do much for the porphyria directly, so I recommend focusing more on the hemochromotosis and liver support. If she can get the hemochromotosis under control this may help with the porphyria as well.
For the skin ulcers I recommend bagging off the area and exposing it to ozone. This will increase the healing rate significantly.