Hemoglobin SS Disease
Hemoglobin SS disease, one of the forms of sickle cell anemia, is an inherited disorder in which the red blood cells take on a sickle shape that makes it hard for them to circulate through the blood vessels.
Common causes: It is caused by a genetic alteration inherited from both parents that changes hemoglobin, the protein responsible for carrying oxygen in the blood.
Frequent symptoms: Fatigue from anemia, episodes of intense pain in the bones and joints, paleness, a greater tendency to infections, and swelling of the hands or feet.
Which specialist treats it? The hematologist is the professional who studies and supports those living with this condition. If there is a family history or episodes of unexplained pain and anemia, an evaluation with this specialist is advisable.
Specialties that treat hemoglobin ss disease
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hemoglobin ss disease
Dr. Abraham Salvador Majluf Cruz
Dr. Daniela Pérez Sámano
Dr. Gerardo López Hernández
Dr. Alonso Hernández Company
Dr. Patricia Galindo Delgado
Dr. Gabriel Aceves Castillo
Dr. Eduardo Edmundo Reynoso Gómez
Dr. Eduardo Terreros Muñoz
Dr. Gladys Patricia Agreda Vásquez
Dr. Juan Rafael Labardini Méndez
Dr. Brenda Leticia Gonzalez Garcia
Dr. Jose Luis Alvarez Vera
Dr. O Oscar Ramirez Arenas
Dr. María Teresa García Lee
Dr. Jorge Eduardo Espinosa Turcott
Dr. Fernando Pérez Zincer
Dr. Victor Mingura Ledezma
Dr. Karen Daniela Pérez Gomez
Dr. Chavez Javier Pizzuto
Dr. Antonio Velázquez González
Frequently asked questions
What is hemoglobin ss disease?
Hemoglobin SS disease, one of the forms of sickle cell anemia, is an inherited disorder in which the red blood cells take on a sickle shape that makes it hard for them to circulate through the blood vessels.
Which doctor treats hemoglobin ss disease?
Hemoglobin SS Disease is usually treated by specialists in hematologist.