Cystic Fibrosis
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Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that alters the body's secretions, making them thick and sticky, which mainly affects the lungs and the digestive system from an early age.
Usual manifestations: frequent respiratory infections, persistent cough, difficulty gaining weight, and problems digesting food.
Origin: it is passed from parents to children and is present from birth, so it is usually detected in childhood.
Which specialists handle it? Its management is multidisciplinary: the pediatric pulmonologist takes care of the respiratory aspect, the pediatric gastroenterologist the digestive one, the geneticist provides guidance on the hereditary component, and the pediatrician coordinates follow-up. Having a professional team makes it possible to closely support the patient's development.
Data on 418 doctors who treat cystic fibrosis
Which specialist treats cystic fibrosis?
If you have symptoms of cystic fibrosis, it's best to see a geneticist. Depending on your specific case, a pediatric pulmonologist or a pulmonologist may also be involved in your care. You can find and book an appointment with these specialists near you.
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Doctors specialized in cystic fibrosis
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Dora Alicia Valdés Burnes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Santos Oscar Ramos
Dr. Laura Sofia Garcia Lee
Dr. Luis Alberto Mendez Mendez
Dr. Rocio Maily Vázquez Martínez
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Jose Carlos Licea Blanco
Dr. Roberto A. Pavon Jara
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Frequently asked questions
What is cystic fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that alters the body's secretions, making them thick and sticky, which mainly affects the lungs and the digestive system from an early age.
Which doctor treats cystic fibrosis?
If you have symptoms of cystic fibrosis, it's best to see a geneticist. Depending on your specific case, a pediatric pulmonologist or a pulmonologist may also be involved in your care. You can find and book an appointment with these specialists near you.