Adrenoleukodystrophy
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Adrenoleukodystrophy is a rare genetic disease that affects the nervous system and the adrenal glands, due to a change in the way the body processes certain fatty acids.
How it presents: It can appear in different ways depending on the person and their age, and may involve neurological changes, movement alterations, learning difficulties, or signs related to adrenal function.
Common causes: It has a hereditary origin linked to a change in a gene, so there is often a family history.
Which specialist treats it? Because of its multisystem nature, its study may require the involvement of an endocrinologist, an internist, and a neurologist, along with support from areas such as ophthalmology or gastroenterology. If there is a family history or symptoms that raise concerns, the wisest thing is to discuss it with a health professional who can guide the assessment.
Data on 155 doctors who treat adrenoleukodystrophy
Which specialist treats adrenoleukodystrophy?
Adrenoleukodystrophy requires a comprehensive evaluation that can start with an internist, who coordinates care based on the organs affected. A neurologist should be involved if there are neurological symptoms, and an ophthalmologist if vision is affected. See these specialists for behavioral changes, vision problems, or coordination issues.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in adrenoleukodystrophy
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Carlos Esteban Fonz Alonso
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Yareth Marleen Cortés Uribe
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Nadia Monserrat Plata Ventura
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Brenda Jimena Sánchez Martínez
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Daniel Montufar Martinez
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Frequently asked questions
What is adrenoleukodystrophy?
Adrenoleukodystrophy is a rare genetic disease that affects the nervous system and the adrenal glands, due to a change in the way the body processes certain fatty acids.
Which doctor treats adrenoleukodystrophy?
Adrenoleukodystrophy requires a comprehensive evaluation that can start with an internist, who coordinates care based on the organs affected. A neurologist should be involved if there are neurological symptoms, and an ophthalmologist if vision is affected. See these specialists for behavioral changes, vision problems, or coordination issues.