21-Hydroxylase Deficiency
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21-hydroxylase deficiency is an inherited disorder that affects the adrenal glands and is the most common cause of congenital adrenal hyperplasia. In it, the body does not adequately produce certain hormones, such as cortisol, and sometimes generates an excess of male hormones.
How it presents: depending on its form, it may be noticed from birth with ambiguous-appearing genitalia in girls, or later on with signs of early maturation, excessive hair, or menstrual cycle alterations.
When to investigate it? In the face of these hormonal signs in childhood or adolescence, a specialized study is advisable; in Mexico it is included in the newborn screening.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatric endocrinologist evaluates the case in children and the endocrinologist in adults, since it is a hormonal condition. Because of its complexity, the most appropriate step is close follow-up with these professionals.
Data on 72 doctors who treat 21-hydroxylase deficiency
Which specialist treats 21-hydroxylase deficiency?
21-Hydroxylase deficiency is a genetic disorder that affects adrenal gland hormone production. An endocrinologist is the specialist for adults, and a pediatric endocrinologist treats children with this condition. If your child was diagnosed with this disorder, see one of these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in 21-hydroxylase deficiency
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. José Francisco Mendiola González
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Roberto Galindo Lopez
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Dulce Paola Grajales Garcia
Dr. Karin Ivette Campos Jimenez
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Frequently asked questions
What is 21-hydroxylase deficiency?
21-hydroxylase deficiency is an inherited disorder that affects the adrenal glands and is the most common cause of congenital adrenal hyperplasia. In it, the body does not adequately produce certain hormones, such as cortisol, and sometimes generates an excess of male hormones.
Which doctor treats 21-hydroxylase deficiency?
21-Hydroxylase deficiency is a genetic disorder that affects adrenal gland hormone production. An endocrinologist is the specialist for adults, and a pediatric endocrinologist treats children with this condition. If your child was diagnosed with this disorder, see one of these specialists.