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.