Hyperkalemia
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The point of reference is usually the internist or the nephrologist, since hyperkalemia is an elevated level of potassium in the blood. Potassium is a mineral essential for the functioning of the heart and muscles, and its excess can alter the heart rhythm.
Frequent symptoms: It frequently produces no obvious discomfort; when symptoms appear, they may include muscle weakness, fatigue, tingling, or palpitations.
Common causes: It is usually related to kidney problems, certain medications, or metabolic imbalances.
Which specialist treats it? In addition to the internist and the nephrologist, the endocrinologist and the rheumatologist may be involved depending on the underlying cause. Because it is often detected in lab studies, its interpretation and follow-up fall to a health professional.
Data on 162 doctors who treat hyperkalemia
Which specialist treats hyperkalemia?
Hyperkalemia (high potassium) should be evaluated by an internist, who will order tests to identify the cause. A nephrologist may be involved if the kidneys are affected, and a rheumatologist may help if there's a related autoimmune condition. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hyperkalemia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Frequently asked questions
What is hyperkalemia?
The point of reference is usually the internist or the nephrologist, since hyperkalemia is an elevated level of potassium in the blood. Potassium is a mineral essential for the functioning of the heart and muscles, and its excess can alter the heart rhythm.
Which doctor treats hyperkalemia?
Hyperkalemia (high potassium) should be evaluated by an internist, who will order tests to identify the cause. A nephrologist may be involved if the kidneys are affected, and a rheumatologist may help if there's a related autoimmune condition. Find these specialists.