Sprue
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Sprue is a group of intestinal disorders in which the lining of the small intestine is damaged and cannot properly absorb nutrients from food. It typically distinguishes a form associated with gluten sensitivity and another of infectious origin linked to certain tropical regions.
Common symptoms: persistent diarrhea, weight loss, abdominal bloating, fatigue and signs of nutritional deficiencies such as weakness or anemia.
Common causes: an immune reaction to gluten in predisposed people, or changes in the intestinal flora and lining in the tropical variant.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the one who studies how the intestine works and provides guidance on managing nutrient absorption. If you notice prolonged digestive discomfort or unexplained weight loss, it's a good idea to have a professional evaluate it in time.
Data on 30 doctors who treat sprue
Which specialist treats sprue?
Sprue, a disorder that affects intestinal absorption, is evaluated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in the digestive tract. If you have chronic diarrhea, weight loss, or bloating, it's worth scheduling a consultation with this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in sprue
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
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. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. Javier Alberto Romero Sánchez
Frequently asked questions
What is sprue?
Sprue is a group of intestinal disorders in which the lining of the small intestine is damaged and cannot properly absorb nutrients from food. It typically distinguishes a form associated with gluten sensitivity and another of infectious origin linked to certain tropical regions.
Which doctor treats sprue?
Sprue, a disorder that affects intestinal absorption, is evaluated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in the digestive tract. If you have chronic diarrhea, weight loss, or bloating, it's worth scheduling a consultation with this specialist.