Thrombocytopathy
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Thrombocytopathy is a disorder in which platelets, the blood cells that help stop bleeding, are present in adequate numbers but do not function as they should when forming a clot.
Common symptoms: a tendency to bruise easily, bleeding from the gums or nose, and prolonged bleeding after small cuts or minor procedures such as a tooth extraction.
Common causes: it may be of hereditary origin, present from birth, or appear in relation to other conditions or substances that affect platelet function.
Which specialist treats it? The hematologist, and in children the pediatric hematologist, studies how the platelets work, while the pediatrician can guide the first evaluation. If you notice bleeding or bruising that stands out, it is advisable to bring it up with a professional who can evaluate it in detail.
Data on 43 doctors who treat thrombocytopathy
Which specialist treats thrombocytopathy?
Thrombocytopathy should be evaluated by a Pediatric Hematologist in children, with a Pediatrician coordinating overall follow-up. See these specialists if your child has frequent bleeding or bruising without a clear cause. You can book an appointment with the specialist your case requires.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in thrombocytopathy
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 thrombocytopathy?
Thrombocytopathy is a disorder in which platelets, the blood cells that help stop bleeding, are present in adequate numbers but do not function as they should when forming a clot.
Which doctor treats thrombocytopathy?
Thrombocytopathy should be evaluated by a Pediatric Hematologist in children, with a Pediatrician coordinating overall follow-up. See these specialists if your child has frequent bleeding or bruising without a clear cause. You can book an appointment with the specialist your case requires.