Waardenburg Syndrome
Waardenburg syndrome is a genetic condition that combines changes in the pigmentation of the skin, hair and eyes with varying degrees of hearing loss present from birth. It is inherited and can present in different ways within the same family.
Common features: a white lock of hair, eyes of different colors or very light-colored, greater spacing between the eyes and decreased hearing.
When to get checked? with signs of low hearing in a baby or child, especially if accompanied by striking pigmentation features or a family history.
Which specialist treats it? the otolaryngologist is in charge of evaluating hearing and the pediatrician supports overall development. Having it assessed in a timely manner by a professional makes it easier to provide the follow-up and support needed.
Specialties that treat waardenburg syndrome
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in waardenburg syndrome
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Alvaro Takane Kimura
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Luz Maria Viveros Añorbe
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dr. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dra. Lourdes Olivia Vales Hidalgo
Dr. Fernando Federico Arcaute Velázquez
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
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
Dr. Veronica Díaz Salinas
Dr. Elizabeth Solano Pareja
Frequently asked questions
What is waardenburg syndrome?
Waardenburg syndrome is a genetic condition that combines changes in the pigmentation of the skin, hair and eyes with varying degrees of hearing loss present from birth. It is inherited and can present in different ways within the same family.
Which doctor treats waardenburg syndrome?
Waardenburg Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in otolaryngologist, pediatrician.