Proximal Renal Tubular Acidosis
Proximal renal tubular acidosis is a disorder in which the kidney's tubules fail to properly reabsorb bicarbonate, which causes acid to accumulate in the blood. It is part of a group of conditions that affect the way the kidney regulates the body's acid-base balance.
Manifestations: It can be associated with weakness, growth disturbances in children, bone problems, and changes in the balance of certain minerals.
Common causes: It can be hereditary in origin or appear in relation to other diseases or conditions that affect the kidney.
Which specialist treats it? The nephrologist is the reference professional, with support from the internist and, in minors, the pediatric nephrologist. With persistent symptoms or findings on tests, an evaluation with these specialists helps clarify the origin and plan follow-up.
Data on 24 doctors who treat proximal renal tubular acidosis
Specialties that treat proximal renal tubular acidosis
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Doctors specialized in proximal renal tubular acidosis
Dra. Maria Gomez Palacio Schjetnan
Dr. Miguel Ángel González Rodríguez
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dra. Maria Alejandra Torrero Miranda
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dra. Leticia Gutiérrez Pérez
Dr. Jose Juan Sanchez Chamorro
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Dr. Eduardo Tapia Betancourt
Dr. Cruz Guillermo Argueta
Dr. Aristóteles Quintero Díaz
Dr. Francisco Manuel González Hernández
Dr. Raúl Gamboa Solís
Dra. Vilma Reyes Bravo
Dr. Abraham Salvador Majluf Cruz
Dr. Karen Gudiño Badillo
Dr. Eduardo Ramón Achotegui Gonzalez
Dra. Margarita Guevara Villalba
Frequently asked questions
What is proximal renal tubular acidosis?
Proximal renal tubular acidosis is a disorder in which the kidney's tubules fail to properly reabsorb bicarbonate, which causes acid to accumulate in the blood. It is part of a group of conditions that affect the way the kidney regulates the body's acid-base balance.
Which doctor treats proximal renal tubular acidosis?
Proximal Renal Tubular Acidosis is usually treated by specialists in aesthetic and cosmetic surgeon, hematologist, internist, nephrologist, pediatric nephrologist, radiologist, rheumatologist, urologist, rheumatologist, pediatric nephrologist.