Gastrinoma
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A gastrinoma is a rare tumor that produces excess gastrin, a hormone that stimulates acid secretion in the stomach. It is usually located in the pancreas or the duodenum.
How does it show up? The excess acid can cause recurring digestive ulcers, pain in the upper abdomen, diarrhea and persistent reflux.
Context: It is sometimes associated with inherited hormonal syndromes that affect several glands.
Who studies it? The gastroenterologist evaluates the digestive symptoms and guides the workup to identify the hormonal origin of the problem. When digestive tract discomfort is recurrent and does not resolve with usual measures, a specialized evaluation is advisable to clarify the cause.
Data on 32 doctors who treat gastrinoma
Which specialist treats gastrinoma?
A gastrinoma, a hormone-producing tumor of the digestive system, is evaluated by a gastroenterologist. If you have recurring abdominal pain, severe heartburn, or persistent diarrhea, it's important to schedule a consultation with this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in gastrinoma
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
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. Karin Ivette Campos Jimenez
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Verónica Carolina Solano Álvarez
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Frequently asked questions
What is gastrinoma?
A gastrinoma is a rare tumor that produces excess gastrin, a hormone that stimulates acid secretion in the stomach. It is usually located in the pancreas or the duodenum.
Which doctor treats gastrinoma?
A gastrinoma, a hormone-producing tumor of the digestive system, is evaluated by a gastroenterologist. If you have recurring abdominal pain, severe heartburn, or persistent diarrhea, it's important to schedule a consultation with this specialist.