Hookworm Infection
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Hookworm infection is an infection caused by intestinal parasites known as hookworms, which are frequently acquired through contact with contaminated soil and which can affect the absorption of nutrients.
How it presents: It may present with digestive discomfort, tiredness, and, when it causes iron loss, signs of anemia such as paleness and weakness; at times skin irritation appears where the parasites enter.
Prevention measures: The use of footwear, handwashing, and adequate sanitation help reduce the risk of infection.
Which specialist treats it? Its evaluation corresponds to gastroenterology or the internist, and in specific areas to infectious disease specialists. If you experience persistent digestive discomfort along with unexplained tiredness, discussing it with a professional allows clarifying the cause.
Data on 14 doctors who treat hookworm infection
Which specialist treats hookworm infection?
Hookworm Infection is usually treated by specialists in internist, gastroenterologist, anesthesiologist, general surgeon, hematologist, general practitioner.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hookworm infection
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is hookworm infection?
Hookworm infection is an infection caused by intestinal parasites known as hookworms, which are frequently acquired through contact with contaminated soil and which can affect the absorption of nutrients.
Which doctor treats hookworm infection?
Hookworm Infection is usually treated by specialists in internist, gastroenterologist, anesthesiologist, general surgeon, hematologist, general practitioner.