Hunter Syndrome
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Hunter syndrome, also known as mucopolysaccharidosis type II, is a genetic disease in which molecules that the body cannot break down accumulate, progressively affecting different tissues.
How it presents: It appears mainly in children and may include characteristic facial features, joint stiffness, growth abnormalities and involvement of several organs.
Origin: It stems from an inherited disorder, generally linked to the X chromosome, that reduces the activity of an enzyme responsible for processing certain substances.
Who to see: The pediatrician performs the first evaluation and refers to genetics and metabolism specialists for follow-up. When a child's development shows persistent signs that draw attention, it is best to have it checked in a timely manner by a professional.
Data on 8 doctors who treat hunter syndrome
Which specialist treats hunter syndrome?
Hunter Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, pediatric cardiologist, general surgeon, gastroenterologist, general practitioner, pediatric urologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hunter syndrome
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Lauro Ramos Dahuss
Dr. Feliciano Ramon Medellin Rodriguez
Dr. Samuel Ramos Linaje
Dr. Hector Carlos Carrizales Torres
Dr. Luis Miguel Garza Huerta
Dr. Rocio Maily Vázquez Martínez
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. Luis Ernesto Maldonado Villela
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Frequently asked questions
What is hunter syndrome?
Hunter syndrome, also known as mucopolysaccharidosis type II, is a genetic disease in which molecules that the body cannot break down accumulate, progressively affecting different tissues.
Which doctor treats hunter syndrome?
Hunter Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, pediatric cardiologist, general surgeon, gastroenterologist, general practitioner, pediatric urologist.