Primary Biliary Cholangitis
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Given the digestive context, PBC usually refers to primary biliary cholangitis, a chronic liver disease in which the small-caliber bile ducts become progressively inflamed and damaged.
Common symptoms: It may go silently for some time and, later, show up with fatigue, itching of the skin, or discomfort in the abdomen.
When is a checkup advisable? It is reasonable to seek care with unexplained fatigue, persistent itching, or abnormalities found on liver tests.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist, often with a focus on the liver, is the one who studies and follows this condition. If you notice these symptoms or have lab results outside the expected range, it is advisable to discuss it with this professional.
Data on 67 doctors who treat primary biliary cholangitis
Which specialist treats primary biliary cholangitis?
Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is a chronic liver disease managed by a gastroenterologist. If you have persistent itchy skin, fatigue, or jaundice, it's a good idea to schedule a consultation with this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in primary biliary cholangitis
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 primary biliary cholangitis?
Given the digestive context, PBC usually refers to primary biliary cholangitis, a chronic liver disease in which the small-caliber bile ducts become progressively inflamed and damaged.
Which doctor treats primary biliary cholangitis?
Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is a chronic liver disease managed by a gastroenterologist. If you have persistent itchy skin, fatigue, or jaundice, it's a good idea to schedule a consultation with this specialist.