Discitis
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Diskitis is inflammation of the intervertebral disc, the structure that acts as a cushion between the vertebrae of the spine. It can occur in childhood and in adults.
Common symptoms:
- Back pain that limits movement
- Stiffness or reluctance to bend
- In children, irritability or refusal to walk or sit
Common causes: It is frequently related to an infectious or inflammatory process that affects the disc and nearby tissues.
Which specialist treats it? In childhood, the pediatrician is the one who assesses the initial symptoms and guides testing and timely referral to spine or infectious disease specialists if needed. In the presence of persistent back pain or difficulty moving, it is worth seeking a professional opinion.
Data on 5 doctors who treat discitis
Which specialist treats discitis?
Discitis is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, pediatric urologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in discitis
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Jose Carlos Licea Blanco
Dr. Adriana Miron Poumian
Dr. Rafael Barron Ramirez
Dr. Maximiliano Elguezábal Mendoza
Dr. Isaac Chicurel Levin
Dr. Karina Chavez Angeles
Dr. Edgar Allan del Valle Villafuerte
Dr. Braian Manuel Ortiz Campos
Dr. Esperanza Lomas Jaramillo
Dr. Gabriela Zarco Aguilar
Dr. Gabriela Rodríguez Romero
Dr. Ana Gabriela Uribe Navarrete
Dr. Adriana García Sosa
Dr. Gabriela Arreola Ramírez
Dr. Raul Vargas Gomez
Dr. Jorge Vazquez Herrera
Dr. Samantha Ruíz González
Frequently asked questions
What is discitis?
Diskitis is inflammation of the intervertebral disc, the structure that acts as a cushion between the vertebrae of the spine. It can occur in childhood and in adults.
Which doctor treats discitis?
Discitis is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, pediatric urologist.