Methylmalonic Acidemia
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Methylmalonic acidemia is an inherited metabolic disorder in which the body cannot properly process certain proteins and fats, which causes a substance called methylmalonic acid to build up in the blood.
Why it happens: it is due to the lack or malfunction of an enzyme responsible for transforming these compounds, generally present from birth.
Signs that may appear: in babies there may be difficulty feeding, vomiting, excessive sleepiness, and poor weight gain.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician usually identifies the first signs, often through newborn metabolic screening, and coordinates the child's care. If a newborn shows these signs, it is important to evaluate them promptly to receive appropriate guidance.
Data on 30 doctors who treat methylmalonic acidemia
Which specialist treats methylmalonic acidemia?
Methylmalonic acidemia is diagnosed and monitored by a pediatrician, who coordinates management of this metabolic disorder from an early age. You can find pediatricians available for this.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in methylmalonic acidemia
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Isaac Aaron Enriquez Monsalvo
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Jose Carlos Licea Blanco
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Adriana Miron Poumian
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. Luis Alberto Hernández García
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Rafael Barron Ramirez
Dr. Maximiliano Elguezábal Mendoza
Frequently asked questions
What is methylmalonic acidemia?
Methylmalonic acidemia is an inherited metabolic disorder in which the body cannot properly process certain proteins and fats, which causes a substance called methylmalonic acid to build up in the blood.
Which doctor treats methylmalonic acidemia?
Methylmalonic acidemia is diagnosed and monitored by a pediatrician, who coordinates management of this metabolic disorder from an early age. You can find pediatricians available for this.