Glycogen Storage Disease Type V
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Glycogen storage disease type V, also known as McArdle disease, is an inherited metabolic disorder in which the muscle cannot properly use its glycogen reserves as a source of energy during exertion.
Common symptoms: Fatigue, pain or muscle cramps and poor exercise tolerance are usually noticed, especially at the start of physical activity; at times the urine may take on a dark color after intense exertion.
When to seek care? An evaluation is advisable when there is repeated muscle discomfort with exercise or disproportionate tiredness.
Who treats it? The pediatrician guides the workup in children and referral to areas specialized in metabolic diseases. Reviewing these signs with a professional helps to understand the cause of the discomfort.
Data on 7 doctors who treat glycogen storage disease type v
Which specialist treats glycogen storage disease type v?
Glycogen Storage Disease Type V is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, neurologist, pediatric urologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in glycogen storage disease type v
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Christian Jonathan Villarreal Vidal
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Quiñones Pesqueira
Dr. Nadia Soler Quiñones
Dr. Leslie Ramirez Angoa
Dr. Ximena Cortés Núñez
Dr. Paulina Arellano Álvarez
Dr. Pedro Gutiérrez Navarro
Dr. Melisa Cañete Alavez
Frequently asked questions
What is glycogen storage disease type v?
Glycogen storage disease type V, also known as McArdle disease, is an inherited metabolic disorder in which the muscle cannot properly use its glycogen reserves as a source of energy during exertion.
Which doctor treats glycogen storage disease type v?
Glycogen Storage Disease Type V is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, neurologist, pediatric urologist.