Idiopathic Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
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Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia is a type of anemia in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own red blood cells and destroys them before their time, without a clear cause being identified that triggers it.
Common symptoms:
- Fatigue and weakness
- Paleness or a yellowish coloring of the skin
- Shortness of breath and rapid heartbeats
When to see a doctor? An assessment is advisable when unexplained fatigue, paleness, or yellow coloring that does not resolve appears.
Which specialist treats it? The hematologist is the central specialist in its evaluation, supported by the internist and, depending on the case, the geriatrician; laboratory testing is key to guiding the diagnosis. Discussing these signs with a professional allows a safe approach.
Data on 133 doctors who treat idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Which specialist treats idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia?
Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia is treated by a hematologist, who follows up on blood tests and treatment; a geriatrician may be involved for older patients, and an anesthesiologist if a procedure is needed. You can book these specialists for this evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. JORGE RAMIRO PEREZ PASTRANA
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Dharely Raquel Cid Sanchez
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Frequently asked questions
What is idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia?
Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia is a type of anemia in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own red blood cells and destroys them before their time, without a clear cause being identified that triggers it.
Which doctor treats idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia?
Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia is treated by a hematologist, who follows up on blood tests and treatment; a geriatrician may be involved for older patients, and an anesthesiologist if a procedure is needed. You can book these specialists for this evaluation.