Milk-Alkali Syndrome
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Milk-alkali syndrome is a disturbance of the body's mineral balance that is associated with elevated calcium levels in the blood, linked to the prolonged and abundant consumption of calcium together with alkaline substances.
Common symptoms: It may present with nausea, a feeling of fatigue, excessive thirst, frequent urination and, in some cases, mood changes or confusion.
When is it worth checking? It is prudent to seek an evaluation when persistent discomfort appears in people who take calcium supplements or antacids for a long time.
Which specialist treats it? The evaluation usually falls to the internist or the nephrologist, who study kidney function and mineral balance. If you notice signs like those described, the most sensible course is to discuss it with a professional who can guide the workup of your case.
Data on 7 doctors who treat milk-alkali syndrome
Which specialist treats milk-alkali syndrome?
Milk-Alkali Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in clinical nutritionist, nutritionist, psychologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in milk-alkali syndrome
Dr. Paola Muñoz Alejandre
Dr. Rosa Juárez
Dr. Alejandro García Ramírez
Dr. Daniela González
Dr. Victoria Lozada Saucillo
Dr. Isabel Alvarado Garza Lic Daniela
Dr. Cynthia Lineth Gámez Vega
Dr. Alejandra Campos Zertuche
Dr. Iris Belinda Fraga Lopez
Dr. Carlos Arturo Moreno De la Rosa
Dr. Janet del Carmen Tadeo Valdiviezo
Dr. Diego Antonio Padilla Martínez
Dr. Mariana Melendez Cartas Sanchez
Dr. Anahi Corro Cruz
Dr. Tayde Yesenia Rubio Lazcano
Dr. Abraham Fuentes Fuentes
Dr. Yulene Ibarra Espiñeira
Dr. María Fernanda Caballero
Dr. Adiriana Carolina Sevilla Sanchez
Dr. Eugenia Morales Alvarado
Frequently asked questions
What is milk-alkali syndrome?
Milk-alkali syndrome is a disturbance of the body's mineral balance that is associated with elevated calcium levels in the blood, linked to the prolonged and abundant consumption of calcium together with alkaline substances.
Which doctor treats milk-alkali syndrome?
Milk-Alkali Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in clinical nutritionist, nutritionist, psychologist.