Lupus
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Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which the body's defense system attacks its own tissues by mistake, which can cause inflammation in the skin, the joints, and various organs.
Common manifestations: Fatigue, joint pain or swelling, skin rashes —sometimes on the cheeks—, fever, and sensitivity to the sun.
When is it advisable to consult? It is prudent to seek an evaluation in the face of persistent symptoms that affect several parts of the body, such as marked fatigue, joint pain, and skin lesions.
Which specialist treats it? The rheumatologist is the professional who studies autoimmune diseases such as lupus, with support from the internist when other organs are affected. If you have these symptoms in a sustained way, having it evaluated by a specialist makes close follow-up easier.
Data on 930 doctors who treat lupus
Which specialist treats lupus?
Lupus is treated by a rheumatologist, a specialist in autoimmune conditions. An internist or a general practitioner may also be involved in follow-up. You can also find a female rheumatologist.
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Doctors specialized in lupus
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Frequently asked questions
What is lupus?
Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which the body's defense system attacks its own tissues by mistake, which can cause inflammation in the skin, the joints, and various organs.
Which doctor treats lupus?
Lupus is treated by a rheumatologist, a specialist in autoimmune conditions. An internist or a general practitioner may also be involved in follow-up. You can also find a female rheumatologist.