Insulinoma
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An insuloma, also called an insulinoma, is a rare tumor of the pancreas that produces insulin in excess, which can cause drops in blood sugar.
Common symptoms: Episodes of tremors, sweating, confusion, weakness, or intense hunger, which usually improve after eating.
Why it happens: It originates in the cells of the pancreas responsible for regulating sugar, which release insulin without control.
Which specialists evaluate it? The endocrinologist studies hormonal sugar disorders, and the oncologist takes part in the management of tumors. When there are repeated episodes of low blood sugar without a clear cause, the sensible thing is to see a professional for a thorough evaluation.
Data on 16 doctors who treat insulinoma
Which specialist treats insulinoma?
Insulinoma is usually treated by specialists in general surgeon, surgical oncologist, endocrinologist, bariatric surgeon, oncologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in insulinoma
Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Lucila Ramon Castano
Dr. Feliciano Ramon Medellin Rodriguez
Dr. Samuel Ramos Linaje
Dr. Hector Carlos Carrizales Torres
Dr. Luis Miguel Garza Huerta
Dr. Luis Ernesto Maldonado Villela
Dr. Sergio Martinez Z.
Dr. Luis Mario Guerrero Camarena
Dr. Iván Mandujano
Dr. Ericka Lesly Tadeo Hernández
Dr. Ana Rivera García Granados
Dr. Diana Jenifer Montes Gutierrez
Dr. Ricardo Casillas Vargas
Dr. Jean Alberto Aznar
Dr. Omar Alberto Pérez Benítez
Dr. Alfonso Torres Rojo
Dr. FELIPE AZAMAR GRACIA
Dr. Jesús Alberto Zaragoza De La Cruz
Dr. Mario Andrés González Chávez
Frequently asked questions
What is insulinoma?
An insuloma, also called an insulinoma, is a rare tumor of the pancreas that produces insulin in excess, which can cause drops in blood sugar.
Which doctor treats insulinoma?
Insulinoma is usually treated by specialists in general surgeon, surgical oncologist, endocrinologist, bariatric surgeon, oncologist.