Multiple System Atrophy
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Multiple system atrophy is a rare, progressive neurological disease that affects several functions of the nervous system, including movement, balance, and the automatic control of body processes such as blood pressure or digestion.
Possible manifestations: Stiffness and slowness of movement, balance problems, changes in blood pressure upon standing, or digestive difficulties, among others.
How it is approached: Because it affects different systems, it usually requires a comprehensive evaluation and, at times, coordination among several professionals.
Which specialist studies it? The neurologist is the one who mainly evaluates this condition, and the gastroenterologist may step in when there are associated digestive symptoms. If you notice progressive problems with movement or balance, the sensible thing is to seek a specialized evaluation.
Data on 31 doctors who treat multiple system atrophy
Which specialist treats multiple system atrophy?
Multiple system atrophy is a neurodegenerative condition that should be evaluated and managed by a neurologist. If you experience balance problems, muscle stiffness, or frequent falls along with changes in blood pressure, it's important to seek an evaluation from this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in multiple system atrophy
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Pamela Avila Lamadrid
Dr. Jesus Serrano Jaimes
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Frequently asked questions
What is multiple system atrophy?
Multiple system atrophy is a rare, progressive neurological disease that affects several functions of the nervous system, including movement, balance, and the automatic control of body processes such as blood pressure or digestion.
Which doctor treats multiple system atrophy?
Multiple system atrophy is a neurodegenerative condition that should be evaluated and managed by a neurologist. If you experience balance problems, muscle stiffness, or frequent falls along with changes in blood pressure, it's important to seek an evaluation from this specialist.