You may not always notice signs of high ferritin levels, but some conditions that cause elevated ferritin can cause symptoms. Symptoms associated with high ferritin from iron overload include ...

Ferritin levels were elevated among patients with PCOS, but less so among those with hyperandrogenism compared with those without hyperandrogenism.

Low ferritin levels suggest depleted iron reserves, which can weaken hair and cause shedding. Iron and ferritin studies can help doctors diagnose conditions like telogen effluvium ...