What to watch with Eisen-Ferritin Selbsttest and Wechseljahre?

The iron-ferritin self-test measures ferritin, a marker of iron storage. During menopause, iron metabolism shifts due to hormonal changes: estrogen decline affects iron absorption, and irregular or heavy bleeding can cause deficiency. After menopause, the risk of iron overload increases because menstrual blood loss stops. A self-test can give a rough indication, but ferritin is an acute-phase reactant – it rises with inflammation, infection, or chronic disease, potentially giving falsely high readings. Therefore, interpreting results without medical guidance is risky. Evidence for the clinical utility of such home tests in menopause is weak („unclear“). Recommendation: If you experience fatigue, hair loss, or brain fog, consult a doctor for a full iron panel including CRP, transferrin, and hemoglobin. A self-test is not a substitute for professional diagnosis.