Whipple Disease
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Whipple disease is an uncommon infection caused by a bacterium that mainly affects the small intestine, although it can involve other parts of the body such as the joints, the heart or the nervous system.
Common symptoms: diarrhea, weight loss, abdominal pain and joint pains that sometimes precede the digestive discomfort by years.
Common causes: it is due to a specific bacterium that interferes with nutrient absorption in the intestine.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the one who evaluates the intestinal involvement and the absorption problems associated with this condition. In the event of prolonged diarrhea accompanied by weight loss and joint discomfort, the recommended step is to seek medical care to study the origin.
Data on 30 doctors who treat whipple disease
Which specialist treats whipple disease?
Whipple's disease is treated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in digestive system conditions. If you have chronic diarrhea, weight loss, or joint pain, it's important to schedule a consultation with this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in whipple disease
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Pamela Avila Lamadrid
Dr. Jesus Serrano Jaimes
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Frequently asked questions
What is whipple disease?
Whipple disease is an uncommon infection caused by a bacterium that mainly affects the small intestine, although it can involve other parts of the body such as the joints, the heart or the nervous system.
Which doctor treats whipple disease?
Whipple's disease is treated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in digestive system conditions. If you have chronic diarrhea, weight loss, or joint pain, it's important to schedule a consultation with this specialist.