Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome
Hutchinson-Gilford syndrome, also known as progeria, is an extremely rare genetic disorder that causes accelerated aging in childhood. It appears in the first years of life and affects several organs and tissues.
How it presents: Slow growth, thin skin, hair loss, and characteristic physical features, along with involvement of the blood vessels and the heart.
Common causes: A specific genetic mutation that alters a cellular protein; it is not usually inherited.
Which specialist treats it? Follow-up of Hutchinson-Gilford syndrome is usually multidisciplinary: the pediatrician coordinates care and the cardiologist monitors the heart and circulation. When signs of unusual development appear in a child, professional guidance is essential.
Data on 4 doctors who treat hutchinson-gilford progeria syndrome
Specialties that treat hutchinson-gilford progeria syndrome
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Doctors specialized in hutchinson-gilford progeria syndrome
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Abel Alberto Pavía López
Dr. Mauricio Enrique Zaragoza Perez
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dra. Olga Galván Montiel
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dr. Jorge Escudero de la Peña
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Alvaro Contreras Villaseñor
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
Frequently asked questions
What is hutchinson-gilford progeria syndrome?
Hutchinson-Gilford syndrome, also known as progeria, is an extremely rare genetic disorder that causes accelerated aging in childhood. It appears in the first years of life and affects several organs and tissues.
Which doctor treats hutchinson-gilford progeria syndrome?
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in cardiologist, pediatrician.