Amebiasis
Amebiasis is an infection of the intestine caused by a parasite that is acquired mainly through contaminated water or food. It is more common in places with poor sanitation conditions.
Common symptoms: Many people have no discomfort, but when it appears it may include diarrhea, cramping abdominal pain, general malaise, and, in more intense cases, stools with mucus or blood.
Common causes: It is related to consuming contaminated water or food and to insufficient hygiene practices in food preparation.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist and the infectious disease specialist are the ones who evaluate this type of infection, often with the involvement of the general practitioner and the pediatrician in the pediatric population. If there is persistent diarrhea or blood in the stools, seeing a professional makes it possible to confirm the cause and guide care.
Data on 84 doctors who treat amebiasis
Specialties that treat amebiasis
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Doctors specialized in amebiasis
Dr. Iraís Díaz Báez
Dr. Shelly Márquez
Dra. Marisela Quintero Luzanilla
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dra. Brenda Magdalena Rodríguez Muñoz
Dra. Margarita Raya Rivera Atlántida
Dr. Irving Granados Velázquez
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. José Smeke Befeler
Dr. Lesbros Pablo Huelsz
Dr. Roberto Heredia Pineda
Dr. Irving Partida Justo
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dra. Adia Carrillo Pacheco
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Oscar Sánchez Escandón
Dr. Leopoldo Vazquez Estrada
Dr. Víctor José Becerra Durango
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Frequently asked questions
What is amebiasis?
Amebiasis is an infection of the intestine caused by a parasite that is acquired mainly through contaminated water or food. It is more common in places with poor sanitation conditions.
Which doctor treats amebiasis?
Amebiasis is usually treated by specialists in anatomical pathologist, endocrinologist, gastroenterologist, pediatric gastroenterologist, geneticist, gynecologist, infectious disease specialist, pediatric infectious disease specialist, pediatric nephrologist, neonatologist, neurologist, pediatrician, podiatrist, psychologist, medical and surgical retina specialist, pediatric surgeon, clinical analyst, pediatric gastroenterologist.