Iron Deficiency Anemia in Children
The pediatric specialty is the natural starting point in the face of this condition: the pediatrician and the hematologist evaluate and follow up on iron-deficiency anemia in children.
Iron-deficiency anemia in children occurs when the child's body lacks enough iron to produce hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen in the blood.
Signs to observe: Paleness, tiredness, irritability, or reduced appetite may draw the attention of mothers, fathers, and caregivers.
Common causes: It is usually associated with diet, stages of rapid growth, or other health conditions.
If any of these signs are noticed in a child, it is advisable to discuss it with a professional who can guide the case individually.
Data on 576 doctors who treat iron deficiency anemia in children
Specialties that treat iron deficiency anemia in children
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Doctors specialized in iron deficiency anemia in children
Dr. Mauricio Silva Barragan
Dra. Marisela Quintero Luzanilla
Dr. José Smeke Befeler
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Roberto Heredia Pineda
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Rabindranath García López
Dra. Jessica Herrera
Dr. Víctor Manuel Ramírez Carpio
Dra. Adia Carrillo Pacheco
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Oscar Sánchez Escandón
Dr. Leopoldo Vazquez Estrada
Dr. Víctor José Becerra Durango
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Dulce Edith Peña Prado
Dra. Maria Teresa Márquez Cristino
Dra. Yudit Amparo Vega Medina
Frequently asked questions
What is iron deficiency anemia in children?
The pediatric specialty is the natural starting point in the face of this condition: the pediatrician and the hematologist evaluate and follow up on iron-deficiency anemia in children.
Which doctor treats iron deficiency anemia in children?
Iron Deficiency Anemia in Children is usually treated by specialists in allergist, anatomical pathologist, pediatric cardiologist, endocrinologist, pediatric endocrinologist, gynecologist, hematologist, pediatric hematologist, pediatric infectious disease specialist, clinical analyst, critical care and intensive care specialist, general practitioner, nephrologist, pediatric nephrologist, neonatologist, pediatric pulmonologist, neurosurgeon, neurologist, obesity and weight specialist, pediatric oncologist.