Dialysis-Associated Peritonitis
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Dialysis-associated peritonitis is an inflammation of the peritoneum, the membrane that lines the abdomen, which can occur in people receiving peritoneal dialysis. It is a situation that requires timely medical attention.
Warning signs: Abdominal pain, cloudy-looking dialysis fluid, fever, or general discomfort may appear.
Why to act promptly: Since this is a possible infection in a person undergoing kidney treatment, recognizing the signs in time is important.
Which specialist treats it? The nephrologist is the main point of reference because of their oversight of dialysis and kidney function, with support from the internist or general surgeon depending on the case. If you are on dialysis and notice abdominal pain or changes in the fluid, seeking professional care immediately is the right thing to do.
Data on 699 doctors who treat dialysis-associated peritonitis
Which specialist treats dialysis-associated peritonitis?
Peritonitis associated with dialysis is treated by a Nephrologist, with support from a General Surgeon or an Internal Medicine specialist; a General Practitioner can guide the initial evaluation. Seek immediate care if you have abdominal pain and fever during dialysis.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in dialysis-associated peritonitis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Stephany Sbheidy García Arana
Dr. Gabriel Denicia Molina
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Frequently asked questions
What is dialysis-associated peritonitis?
Dialysis-associated peritonitis is an inflammation of the peritoneum, the membrane that lines the abdomen, which can occur in people receiving peritoneal dialysis. It is a situation that requires timely medical attention.
Which doctor treats dialysis-associated peritonitis?
Peritonitis associated with dialysis is treated by a Nephrologist, with support from a General Surgeon or an Internal Medicine specialist; a General Practitioner can guide the initial evaluation. Seek immediate care if you have abdominal pain and fever during dialysis.