Hyper-IgE Syndrome
When skin and respiratory tract infections recur frequently from an early age, one possibility to investigate is hyper-IgE syndrome. It is a rare disorder of the immune system, associated with very high levels of an antibody called immunoglobulin E.
Common symptoms:
- Recurrent skin infections
- Eczema and dry skin
- Repeated respiratory infections
Common causes: It usually has a genetic origin that alters the body's defensive response.
Which specialist treats it? The allergist, with experience in immunology, is the one who studies hyper-IgE syndrome. When infections are repeated or difficult to control, the advisable course is to seek an evaluation that clarifies the underlying cause.
Specialties that treat hyper-ige syndrome
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hyper-ige syndrome
Dr. Raúl Velázquez Alvarado
Dr. Alvaro Pedroza Melendez
Dra. Angelita Altagracia Martín Ferreira
Dr. Francisco Rivas Larrauri
Dr. Joaquín Alberto Alejandro Pimentel Hayashi
Dr. Lizardo Arreguin Osuna
Dra. Emilia Maria Hidalgo Castro
Dr. Karen Noemi Torres Huerta
Dr. Belkis Grindeli Villafuerte Domínguez
Dra. Esmeralda Nancy Jiménez Polvo
Dr. F. Alberto Contreras Verduzco
Dra. Claudia Ivette Aguilar Ramos
Dr. Carlos Gregorio León Ramírez
Dra. Ana Erandy Ramirez
Dra. Nadia Gisela Ramirez Vargas
Dra. Nidia Karen Castillon Benavides
Dr. Gabriel Emmanuel Arce Estrada
Dra. Maria de Jesus Garcia Dominguez
Dr. Mario Alberto Bermejo Guevara
Dra. Laura Prieto Ursua
Frequently asked questions
What is hyper-ige syndrome?
When skin and respiratory tract infections recur frequently from an early age, one possibility to investigate is hyper-IgE syndrome. It is a rare disorder of the immune system, associated with very high levels of an antibody called immunoglobulin E.
Which doctor treats hyper-ige syndrome?
Hyper-IgE Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in allergist.