Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I-H
MPS I-H, or Hurler syndrome, is a form of mucopolysaccharidosis, a group of inherited metabolic disorders in which the body does not properly break down certain molecules, which accumulate in different tissues.
How it may present: It is usually associated with particular facial features, abnormalities in bones and joints, and effects on development; manifestations vary between individuals.
Why follow-up matters: Monitoring the child's growth and development makes it possible to identify patterns that warrant study in a timely manner.
Who treats it? The pediatrician coordinates the initial evaluation and referral to areas specialized in metabolic diseases and genetics. If you have questions about a child's development, the most prudent step is to discuss them with a professional who can assess them.
Specialties that treat mucopolysaccharidosis type i-h
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in mucopolysaccharidosis type i-h
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dr. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Rodriguez Francisco Herrera
Dr. Román Pineda Abarca
Dr. Escandon Hector Calles
Dr. Roberto Moreno Paez
Dr. Francisco Alvarado Alemán
Dr. Jesús Isidro Pinzón Sánchez
Dr. Elizabeth Solano Pareja
Dr. Victor Tapia Alfaro
Dr. Julio Fraire Calleros
Dr. Gabriela Juárez Domínguez
Dr. Maria Eugenia Chang Gonzalez
Dr. Edgar Sanchez-Uribe
Frequently asked questions
What is mucopolysaccharidosis type i-h?
MPS I-H, or Hurler syndrome, is a form of mucopolysaccharidosis, a group of inherited metabolic disorders in which the body does not properly break down certain molecules, which accumulate in different tissues.
Which doctor treats mucopolysaccharidosis type i-h?
Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I-H is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician.