Bleeding Esophageal Varices
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Bleeding esophageal varices are dilated veins in the wall of the esophagus that can rupture and cause bleeding; they are usually related to an increase in pressure in the venous system that drains the liver.
Who treats them? The gastroenterologist is the specialist who studies them; in childhood the pediatric gastroenterologist is involved along with the pediatrician.
Warning signs: vomiting blood, black stools, weakness, or severe dizziness.
When to seek care? Active bleeding is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention. Those with known liver disease should maintain periodic follow-up so that a professional can monitor this risk.
Data on 143 doctors who treat bleeding esophageal varices
Which specialist treats bleeding esophageal varices?
Bleeding esophageal varices are an emergency that should be treated by a gastroenterologist; a pediatric gastroenterologist may be involved in children. Seek immediate care if you have blood in your vomit or dark, tarry stools.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in bleeding esophageal varices
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 bleeding esophageal varices?
Bleeding esophageal varices are dilated veins in the wall of the esophagus that can rupture and cause bleeding; they are usually related to an increase in pressure in the venous system that drains the liver.
Which doctor treats bleeding esophageal varices?
Bleeding esophageal varices are an emergency that should be treated by a gastroenterologist; a pediatric gastroenterologist may be involved in children. Seek immediate care if you have blood in your vomit or dark, tarry stools.