Congenital Platelet Function Disorders
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Congenital platelet function disorders are a group of hereditary disorders in which platelets, cells responsible for helping to stop bleeding, do not function properly even though their number may be normal. This alters the blood's ability to form clots.
Signs that may guide: A tendency to bruise easily, prolonged bleeding after small wounds, bleeding of the gums or nose, and, in women, heavy menstrual periods.
When is it worth studying? When bleeding episodes are repeated or disproportionate, especially if there is a family history.
Which specialist evaluates it? The hematologist and, in childhood, the pediatric hematologist together with the pediatrician are the ones who study platelet function. If you notice easy or frequent bleeding, the advisable thing is for a professional to analyze your case.
Data on 72 doctors who treat congenital platelet function disorders
Which specialist treats congenital platelet function disorders?
Congenital platelet function disorders are evaluated by a pediatric hematologist or a hematologist, specialists in blood disorders. A pediatrician coordinates care in children. See these specialists if your child has frequent bleeding or bruising without a clear cause.
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Doctors specialized in congenital platelet function disorders
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Christian Jonathan Villarreal Vidal
Dr. Nadia Soler Quiñones
Dr. Leslie Ramirez Angoa
Dr. Antonio Barrios Guadarrama
Dr. Claudia Rocha
Dr. Irma Karen Pellon Tellez
Dr. Ximena Cortés Núñez
Frequently asked questions
What is congenital platelet function disorders?
Congenital platelet function disorders are a group of hereditary disorders in which platelets, cells responsible for helping to stop bleeding, do not function properly even though their number may be normal. This alters the blood's ability to form clots.
Which doctor treats congenital platelet function disorders?
Congenital platelet function disorders are evaluated by a pediatric hematologist or a hematologist, specialists in blood disorders. A pediatrician coordinates care in children. See these specialists if your child has frequent bleeding or bruising without a clear cause.