Whipple Disease treatment in Cuauhtémoc

Whipple disease is an uncommon infection caused by a bacterium that mainly affects the small intestine, although it can involve other parts of the body such as the joints, the heart or the nervous system.

Common symptoms: diarrhea, weight loss, abdominal pain and joint pains that sometimes precede the digestive discomfort by years.

Common causes: it is due to a specific bacterium that interferes with nutrient absorption in the intestine.

Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the one who evaluates the intestinal involvement and the absorption problems associated with this condition. In the event of prolonged diarrhea accompanied by weight loss and joint discomfort, the recommended step is to seek medical care to study the origin.