Thrombosis
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The hematologist is the professional who guides the study of thrombosis, the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel that can partially or completely block blood flow.
What is it? Clots can form in veins or arteries and, depending on their location, give rise to different conditions; recognizing them in time is important.
Common symptoms: swelling, pain, redness, or warmth in a limb; when a clot travels to other organs, more serious symptoms may appear.
When to see a doctor? In the case of painful swelling in a leg, sudden difficulty breathing, or chest pain, it is advisable to seek care without delay.
Which specialist treats it? The hematologist is the point of reference, and in childhood the pediatric hematologist or the pediatrician. Consulting a professional in time helps assess the situation appropriately.
Data on 129 doctors who treat thrombosis
Which specialist treats thrombosis?
Thrombosis is treated by a hematologist (a pediatric hematologist in children), a specialist in blood clotting; a pediatrician can be the first point of contact in children. Seek care immediately if you experience sudden swelling, pain, or redness in a limb.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in thrombosis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Frequently asked questions
What is thrombosis?
The hematologist is the professional who guides the study of thrombosis, the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel that can partially or completely block blood flow.
Which doctor treats thrombosis?
Thrombosis is treated by a hematologist (a pediatric hematologist in children), a specialist in blood clotting; a pediatrician can be the first point of contact in children. Seek care immediately if you experience sudden swelling, pain, or redness in a limb.