Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
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Primary biliary cirrhosis, now also called primary biliary cholangitis, is a chronic liver disease in which the small bile ducts are progressively damaged. Over time, this can affect the functioning of the liver.
Common symptoms: it is usually associated with fatigue, itching of the skin and, in advanced stages, yellowish coloring of the skin and eyes.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist and the internist are the professionals who study it and provide follow-up, with support from the endoscopist when specific studies are required; the general practitioner can provide guidance at the first visit. In the presence of persistent itching or unexplained fatigue, it is advisable to bring it to a professional for a proper evaluation.
Data on 333 doctors who treat primary biliary cirrhosis
Which specialist treats primary biliary cirrhosis?
Primary biliary cirrhosis is treated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in liver and digestive disease, with support from an internist for general management. You can book with a gastroenterologist near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in primary biliary cirrhosis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Frequently asked questions
What is primary biliary cirrhosis?
Primary biliary cirrhosis, now also called primary biliary cholangitis, is a chronic liver disease in which the small bile ducts are progressively damaged. Over time, this can affect the functioning of the liver.
Which doctor treats primary biliary cirrhosis?
Primary biliary cirrhosis is treated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in liver and digestive disease, with support from an internist for general management. You can book with a gastroenterologist near you.