Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
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Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency is a hereditary condition in which an enzyme that protects red blood cells is missing or reduced, which can lead to their destruction in the face of certain factors.
Possible triggers: Some infections, certain foods such as fava beans, or exposure to certain substances can promote the breakdown of red blood cells in people with this condition.
Signs to watch: Paleness, dark urine, tiredness, or yellowish coloring of the skin can indicate an episode that warrants evaluation.
Which specialist treats it? The hematologist, and in children the pediatric hematologist, is the reference for its study, while the geneticist helps understand the hereditary component. A professional evaluation allows you to learn which factors to avoid on an individual basis.
Data on 128 doctors who treat glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
Which specialist treats glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency?
Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (favism) is usually evaluated by a geneticist, and in children a pediatric hematologist can follow up. You can book with these specialists if there is a family history or you notice jaundice and dark urine after certain foods or medications. The evaluation helps establish the necessary precautions.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Frequently asked questions
What is glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency?
Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency is a hereditary condition in which an enzyme that protects red blood cells is missing or reduced, which can lead to their destruction in the face of certain factors.
Which doctor treats glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency?
Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (favism) is usually evaluated by a geneticist, and in children a pediatric hematologist can follow up. You can book with these specialists if there is a family history or you notice jaundice and dark urine after certain foods or medications. The evaluation helps establish the necessary precautions.