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Susceptibility to infection in patients with iron overload.
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Iron overload refers to the condition when there is an accumulation of free iron ions in the body for certain reasons. This condition can occur from repeated blood transfusions and through a genetic disorder called hereditary hemochromatosis. The organs, heart, liver, and endocrine glands are majorly affected by this condition.
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