Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
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The nephrologist is the specialist who follows up on autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, a condition of hereditary origin; in children, the pediatric nephrologist fills that role and the internist supports comprehensive management.
What is it? It is a genetic condition in which multiple cysts form in the kidneys that, over time, can affect their function.
Common symptoms: it may present with back or flank pain, high blood pressure, blood in the urine, or repeated urinary infections, although at times it goes unnoticed for years.
When to seek care? If there is a family history or these symptoms appear, an evaluation is advisable. Because it is a chronic condition, professional support is key to understanding your particular situation.
Data on 205 doctors who treat autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease
Which specialist treats autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease?
Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease should be evaluated by a Nephrologist; an Internist can help with overall management, and in children a Pediatric Nephrologist or Pediatrician provides follow-up.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
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. Carlos Esteban Fonz Alonso
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Yareth Marleen Cortés Uribe
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Nadia Monserrat Plata Ventura
Dr. Brenda Jimena Sánchez Martínez
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Stephany Sbheidy García Arana
Dr. Daniel Montufar Martinez
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Frequently asked questions
What is autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease?
The nephrologist is the specialist who follows up on autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, a condition of hereditary origin; in children, the pediatric nephrologist fills that role and the internist supports comprehensive management.
Which doctor treats autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease?
Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease should be evaluated by a Nephrologist; an Internist can help with overall management, and in children a Pediatric Nephrologist or Pediatrician provides follow-up.