Thinness
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Thinness refers to a body weight below what is considered healthy for each person's height and build. It may be a natural trait or reflect an imbalance worth reviewing.
Possible causes: Genetic or constitutional factors, insufficient nutrition, metabolic disorders, or conditions that affect nutrient absorption.
When to seek care? If there is unintended weight loss, fatigue, or difficulty gaining weight despite eating well, it is reasonable to seek guidance.
Which specialist treats it? Thinness is evaluated by the nutritionist and the general practitioner, and in some cases the specialist in obesity and thinness, to rule out underlying causes. Consulting allows you to receive dietary and health guidance tailored to each person.
Data on 2,507 doctors who treat thinness
Which specialist treats thinness?
Being underweight can be evaluated by a nutritionist, or by a weight and nutrition specialist; a general practitioner can also do the initial assessment. You can book with these specialists if your weight is well below what's expected for your height and age. The specialist will review your diet and overall health.
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Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in thinness
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 thinness?
Thinness refers to a body weight below what is considered healthy for each person's height and build. It may be a natural trait or reflect an imbalance worth reviewing.
Which doctor treats thinness?
Being underweight can be evaluated by a nutritionist, or by a weight and nutrition specialist; a general practitioner can also do the initial assessment. You can book with these specialists if your weight is well below what's expected for your height and age. The specialist will review your diet and overall health.