Ischemic Colitis
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Ischemic colitis occurs when the flow of blood to a part of the large intestine temporarily decreases, which inflames and injures the lining of the affected colon.
Common symptoms: abdominal pain, often on the left side, urgency to have a bowel movement, and the presence of blood in the stools.
When to see the doctor? In the case of intense abdominal pain accompanied by intestinal bleeding, it is advisable to seek prompt evaluation to determine the cause.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is in charge of studying the colon, the proctologist contributes to problems of the distal intestine, and the general surgeon is involved in selected cases; the general practitioner can guide the first consultation. The prudent thing is not to minimize these symptoms and to let a professional define the approach.
Data on 409 doctors who treat ischemic colitis
Which specialist treats ischemic colitis?
Ischemic colitis is treated by a general surgeon, with support from a gastroenterologist or a proctologist since it involves the colon. You can book with a gastroenterologist near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in ischemic colitis
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 ischemic colitis?
Ischemic colitis occurs when the flow of blood to a part of the large intestine temporarily decreases, which inflames and injures the lining of the affected colon.
Which doctor treats ischemic colitis?
Ischemic colitis is treated by a general surgeon, with support from a gastroenterologist or a proctologist since it involves the colon. You can book with a gastroenterologist near you.