Short Bowel Syndrome
Short bowel syndrome occurs when an important part of the small intestine is missing or does not function, which makes it difficult to properly absorb nutrients, fluids, and vitamins. It can be a consequence of intestinal surgeries or of certain conditions that compromise the intestine.
How it shows up: diarrhea, weight loss, dehydration, and signs of nutritional deficiencies, since the body makes less use of what is eaten.
Which specialists treat it? The gastroenterologist coordinates the study of the digestive system and the clinical nutritionist supports the management of diet; in children the pediatric gastroenterologist takes part. When there are persistent problems with absorption or weight, placing it in the hands of a professional team is key to appropriate follow-up.
Data on 88 doctors who treat short bowel syndrome
Specialties that treat short bowel syndrome
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in short bowel syndrome
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Rocio Velázquez
Dra. Arantxa Cabadas
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dra. María Elena de Fátima Cuevas Pedroza
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dr. Lic. Helena Carolina Navarro Silva
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Frequently asked questions
What is short bowel syndrome?
Short bowel syndrome occurs when an important part of the small intestine is missing or does not function, which makes it difficult to properly absorb nutrients, fluids, and vitamins. It can be a consequence of intestinal surgeries or of certain conditions that compromise the intestine.
Which doctor treats short bowel syndrome?
Short Bowel Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in gastroenterologist, pediatric gastroenterologist, aesthetic physician, general practitioner, nephrologist, pediatrician, nutritionist, nutritionist, clinical nutritionist, pediatric gastroenterologist.