Fever of Unknown Origin
Fever of unknown origin is defined as an elevated temperature that persists for a prolonged time and whose cause is not identified after an initial evaluation. More than a disease, it is a diagnostic challenge that requires studying several possibilities.
How it presents: fever that recurs or persists for weeks, often with fatigue, sweats, or weight loss.
Possible causes: infections, inflammatory or autoimmune processes, and other conditions that require detailed study.
Who investigates it? The internist and the infectious disease specialist usually lead the study of fever of unknown origin, with support from the general or family practitioner. If you have a fever that does not subside within the expected time, the sensible thing is to see a professional for a thorough evaluation.
Data on 38 doctors who treat fever of unknown origin
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Doctors specialized in fever of unknown origin
Dra. Maria Gomez Palacio Schjetnan
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dra. Maria Alejandra Torrero Miranda
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Judith Ne'eman Márquez Reyes
Dra. Leticia Gutiérrez Pérez
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Clicerio González Villalpando
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dr. Aquiles Rafael Ayala Ruiz
Dr. Jose Juan Sanchez Chamorro
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Frequently asked questions
What is fever of unknown origin?
Fever of unknown origin is defined as an elevated temperature that persists for a prolonged time and whose cause is not identified after an initial evaluation. More than a disease, it is a diagnostic challenge that requires studying several possibilities.
Which doctor treats fever of unknown origin?
Fever of Unknown Origin is usually treated by specialists in endocrinologist, infectious disease specialist, general practitioner, internist, nephrologist, emergency physician, family physician.