Pickwickian Syndrome
Before seeking care, it helps to understand that Pickwick syndrome, also known as obesity hypoventilation syndrome, is a disorder in which breathing fails to eliminate carbon dioxide sufficiently, especially during sleep, in people with significant excess weight.
Common symptoms: Intense daytime sleepiness, loud snoring, headache upon waking, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating usually occur.
Which specialist treats it? The pulmonologist is the one who evaluates breathing disorders related to sleep and pulmonary ventilation. Reaching out to this professional makes it possible to clarify the source of the symptoms.
When is it advisable to consult? If the sleepiness interferes with daily activities or there are pauses in breathing during sleep noticed by other people, it is worth requesting an evaluation to receive appropriate guidance.
Specialties that treat pickwickian syndrome
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pickwickian syndrome
Dr. Julio Sandoval Zárate
Dra. Maria Silvia Lule Morales
Dr. Alejandro Rogelio Canseco Raymundo
Dr. Alvaro Pedroza Melendez
Dr. Jorge Luis Ramírez Figueroa
Dr. Alan Aldair Ibarra Fernández
Dr. Katia A. Rivera Calderón
Dr. Manuel Alejandro López Flores A La Torre
Dr. Michelle Acosta Moreno
Dr. José Javier Elizalde González
Dr. Yadira Guadalupe Rodríguez Reyes
Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez
Dr. Monserrat Evelia Arroyo Rojas
Dr. Luis Javier Paniagua Santurtún
Dr. Eliseo Espinosa Poblano
Dr. Edmundo Lugo Perez
Dr. Sergio Monraz Pérez
Dr. José Omar Barreto Rodríguez
Dr. Maria Luisa García Vargas
Dr. León Green Schneewiss
Frequently asked questions
What is pickwickian syndrome?
Before seeking care, it helps to understand that Pickwick syndrome, also known as obesity hypoventilation syndrome, is a disorder in which breathing fails to eliminate carbon dioxide sufficiently, especially during sleep, in people with significant excess weight.
Which doctor treats pickwickian syndrome?
Pickwickian Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in pulmonologist.