Metabolic Acidosis
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Metabolic acidosis is an imbalance in which too much acid accumulates in the body's fluids, or the bicarbonate that helps neutralize it is lost. This disrupts the internal chemical balance the body needs to function.
Common causes: It can be related to poor control of diseases such as diabetes, kidney problems, fluid loss, or certain conditions that affect metabolism.
Common symptoms: Rapid, deep breathing, fatigue, confusion, nausea, and general weakness; sometimes it is discovered while studying another disease.
Which specialist treats it? The internist integrates the evaluation of this imbalance, the nephrologist takes part when the kidney is involved, and the endocrinologist when it relates to metabolism; in acute cases the emergency specialist intervenes. Recognizing these signs and seeking timely care helps identify what is disrupting that balance.
Data on 611 doctors who treat metabolic acidosis
Which specialist treats metabolic acidosis?
Metabolic acidosis is mainly treated by a nephrologist, since it's often related to kidney function, with support from an emergency medicine physician and a critical care specialist in severe cases. If you have marked weakness, rapid breathing, or confusion, seek emergency medical care.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in metabolic acidosis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Frequently asked questions
What is metabolic acidosis?
Metabolic acidosis is an imbalance in which too much acid accumulates in the body's fluids, or the bicarbonate that helps neutralize it is lost. This disrupts the internal chemical balance the body needs to function.
Which doctor treats metabolic acidosis?
Metabolic acidosis is mainly treated by a nephrologist, since it's often related to kidney function, with support from an emergency medicine physician and a critical care specialist in severe cases. If you have marked weakness, rapid breathing, or confusion, seek emergency medical care.