Type 1 Tracheomalacia
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Tracheomalacia refers to a weakness in the walls of the trachea, the passage through which air travels to the lungs, which causes it to tend to narrow or collapse; type 1 corresponds to the congenital form, present from birth.
Signs that may be observed:
- Noisy or wheezing breathing
- A cough with a distinctive sound
- Greater difficulty breathing during exertion or infections
Context: Being congenital in origin, it is usually identified in the first months of life.
Which specialist treats it? Pulmonology, in its pediatric branch, evaluates the airways, together with the pediatrician who follows the child. If the noisy breathing persists, it is advisable to see a professional who evaluates the situation on an individual basis.
Data on 22 doctors who treat type 1 tracheomalacia
Which specialist treats type 1 tracheomalacia?
Type 1 Tracheomalacia is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, pulmonologist, pediatric pulmonologist, pediatric surgeon, pediatric urologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in type 1 tracheomalacia
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Erika Salinas Lezama
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Jessica Monserrat Bandera Anzaldo
Dr. Carolina Muñoz Perea
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Christian Jonathan Villarreal Vidal
Dr. Nadia Soler Quiñones
Dr. Leslie Ramirez Angoa
Dr. Elieth Ochoa García
Dr. Zabdi Caleb Silva Betanzos
Dr. Luis Alfredo Guevara Izaguirre
Frequently asked questions
What is type 1 tracheomalacia?
Tracheomalacia refers to a weakness in the walls of the trachea, the passage through which air travels to the lungs, which causes it to tend to narrow or collapse; type 1 corresponds to the congenital form, present from birth.
Which doctor treats type 1 tracheomalacia?
Type 1 Tracheomalacia is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, pulmonologist, pediatric pulmonologist, pediatric surgeon, pediatric urologist.