Methylmalonic Acidemia
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Methylmalonic acidemia is an inherited metabolic disorder in which the body cannot properly process certain proteins and fats, which causes a substance called methylmalonic acid to build up in the blood.
Why it happens: it is due to the lack or malfunction of an enzyme responsible for transforming these compounds, generally present from birth.
Signs that may appear: in babies there may be difficulty feeding, vomiting, excessive sleepiness, and poor weight gain.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician usually identifies the first signs, often through newborn metabolic screening, and coordinates the child's care. If a newborn shows these signs, it is important to evaluate them promptly to receive appropriate guidance.
Data on 35 doctors who treat methylmalonic acidemia
Which specialist treats methylmalonic acidemia?
Methylmalonic acidemia is diagnosed and monitored by a pediatrician, who coordinates management of this metabolic disorder from an early age. You can find pediatricians available for this.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in methylmalonic acidemia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Frequently asked questions
What is methylmalonic acidemia?
Methylmalonic acidemia is an inherited metabolic disorder in which the body cannot properly process certain proteins and fats, which causes a substance called methylmalonic acid to build up in the blood.
Which doctor treats methylmalonic acidemia?
Methylmalonic acidemia is diagnosed and monitored by a pediatrician, who coordinates management of this metabolic disorder from an early age. You can find pediatricians available for this.