Congenital Pernicious Anemia treatment in Benito Juárez

Congenital pernicious anemia is a rare inherited disorder in which the body cannot properly absorb vitamin B12, which is needed to produce healthy red blood cells.

Frequent symptoms: It may present with paleness, tiredness, weakness, irritability, and, in some cases, developmental or nervous system changes from an early age.

When to see a doctor? It is reasonable to seek care if a child has persistent fatigue, marked paleness, or growth that is not progressing as expected.

Which specialist treats it? The hematologist, and in children the pediatric hematologist, studies blood disorders, with the support of the pediatrician and laboratory tests to clarify the picture. Seeing a professional makes it possible to understand the specific case and provide the follow-up the family needs.