Renal Tubular Acidosis Type I
Type I renal tubular acidosis, also called distal, is a disorder in which the kidneys fail to properly eliminate the excess acid from the body, disrupting the chemical balance of the blood. It is one of the forms of a group of disorders of renal tubule function.
Common symptoms: in children, it may be noticed through poor growth, muscle weakness, and, over time, the formation of stones or calcium deposits in the kidneys.
Common causes: it can be of hereditary origin or appear associated with other conditions that affect the kidney.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatric nephrologist is the one who studies kidney function in childhood and the body's acid balance. Given slow growth or abnormalities detected in kidney studies, the prudent course is to seek their evaluation.
Specialties that treat renal tubular acidosis type i
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in renal tubular acidosis type i
Dr. Erika Gabriela Miranda Ricardi
Dr. Guillermo Benítez
Dr. Marisol Ortega Pelayo
Dr. Lucila Gabriela Hernández Vázquez
Dr. Rene Olalde Carmona
Dr. Maetzin Alicia Medina De La Rosa
Dr. Nadia Cruz Ortega
Dr. Javier Zapata May
Dr. Irma Ramirez Patiño
Dr. Karina Alicia Díaz De León Felix
Dr. Karina Georgina Mendoza Moreno
Dr. Fabiola Arévalo
Dr. Cinthya Yanet Tijerina Torres
Dr. Xochitl Illian Perez Bastida
Dr. Zuzel Garcia Gonzalez
Dr. Susana Tonix Castillo
Dr. Margarita Irene Rocha Gomez
Frequently asked questions
What is renal tubular acidosis type i?
Type I renal tubular acidosis, also called distal, is a disorder in which the kidneys fail to properly eliminate the excess acid from the body, disrupting the chemical balance of the blood. It is one of the forms of a group of disorders of renal tubule function.
Which doctor treats renal tubular acidosis type i?
Renal Tubular Acidosis Type I is usually treated by specialists in pediatric nephrologist, pediatric nephrologist.