Tuberous Sclerosis
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Tuberous sclerosis is a genetic disease that causes the growth of generally benign tumors in various organs, such as the skin, brain, kidneys, or heart. Its presentation varies greatly from one person to another.
Manifestations that may appear: spots or lesions on the skin, seizures, developmental changes, and findings in other organs depending on the case.
How is it managed? Because it affects several systems, it usually requires coordinated follow-up among different professionals.
Which specialists treat it? The geneticist, the pediatric neurologist, the dermatologist, and the pediatrician usually take part in evaluating tuberous sclerosis, depending on the organs involved. In the case of compatible signs, an evaluation with these specialists makes it possible to organize care comprehensively.
Data on 193 doctors who treat tuberous sclerosis
Which specialist treats tuberous sclerosis?
If you have symptoms of esclerosis tuberosa, it's best to see a geneticist. Depending on your specific case, a pediatric neurologist or a dermatologist may also be involved in your care. You can find and book an appointment with these specialists near you.
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Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in tuberous sclerosis
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 tuberous sclerosis?
Tuberous sclerosis is a genetic disease that causes the growth of generally benign tumors in various organs, such as the skin, brain, kidneys, or heart. Its presentation varies greatly from one person to another.
Which doctor treats tuberous sclerosis?
If you have symptoms of esclerosis tuberosa, it's best to see a geneticist. Depending on your specific case, a pediatric neurologist or a dermatologist may also be involved in your care. You can find and book an appointment with these specialists near you.