Secondary Hemochromatosis after Acute Hepatitis A: A Case Report

Acute hepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus, typically resulting in mild to severe illness from which most individuals recover fully without complications. However, in rare cases, it may lead to long-term sequelae. Secondary hemochromatosis refers to iron overload resulting from various causes, including chronic liver disease, repeated blood transfusions, and systemic inflammation. Here, we report a rare case of secondary hemochromatosis that developed following acute hepatitis A.