Hereditary Elliptocytosis
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Hereditary elliptocytosis is an inherited condition in which the red blood cells have an elongated shape instead of a round one; many people carry it without symptoms, although it is sometimes accompanied by anemia.
Specialized care: The hematologist is the professional who analyzes the shape and behavior of the red blood cells, while the pediatrician guides cases detected in children.
Possible manifestations:
- Fatigue or weakness
- Paleness
- At times, a yellowish tone in the skin or eyes
When to seek care? If signs of anemia arise or an abnormality is found in a blood test, it is a good idea to have an evaluation to understand its extent.
Data on 25 doctors who treat hereditary elliptocytosis
Which specialist treats hereditary elliptocytosis?
Hereditary Elliptocytosis is usually treated by specialists in hematologist, pediatrician, pediatric hematologist, general practitioner, pediatric urologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hereditary elliptocytosis
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 hereditary elliptocytosis?
Hereditary elliptocytosis is an inherited condition in which the red blood cells have an elongated shape instead of a round one; many people carry it without symptoms, although it is sometimes accompanied by anemia.
Which doctor treats hereditary elliptocytosis?
Hereditary Elliptocytosis is usually treated by specialists in hematologist, pediatrician, pediatric hematologist, general practitioner, pediatric urologist.