Acute Myeloid Leukemia
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Acute myeloid leukemia is a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow in which certain immature blood cells multiply uncontrollably and crowd out the healthy cells. Because of its course, it usually requires timely medical care.
Possible signs: intense fatigue, paleness, repeated infections, easy bruising or bleeding, and fever with no clear cause.
Why does it happen? it is associated with disturbances in the formation of blood cells within the bone marrow.
Which specialist treats it? the hematologist is the one who guides the diagnosis and management, and when it affects children the pediatric oncologist gets involved. In the face of symptoms such as marked fatigue or unexplained bleeding, the prudent thing is to see a professional soon for an evaluation.
Data on 382 doctors who treat acute myeloid leukemia
Which specialist treats acute myeloid leukemia?
Acute myeloid leukemia is treated by a hematologist, a specialist in blood disorders. In children, a pediatric oncologist is involved. You can also find a female hematologist.
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Doctors specialized in acute myeloid leukemia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Frequently asked questions
What is acute myeloid leukemia?
Acute myeloid leukemia is a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow in which certain immature blood cells multiply uncontrollably and crowd out the healthy cells. Because of its course, it usually requires timely medical care.
Which doctor treats acute myeloid leukemia?
Acute myeloid leukemia is treated by a hematologist, a specialist in blood disorders. In children, a pediatric oncologist is involved. You can also find a female hematologist.