Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome treatment in Benito Juárez

Peutz-Jeghers syndrome is a rare, hereditary disease characterized by the appearance of polyps in the digestive tract and dark spots on the lips, mouth, and other areas of the skin.

Common symptoms: pigmented spots around the mouth, recurring abdominal pain, digestive bleeding, or anemia resulting from the intestinal polyps.

Why does it require follow-up? People with this syndrome need lifelong monitoring, since they have a greater predisposition to develop polyps and other digestive problems.

Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist, the pediatric gastroenterologist, the general surgeon, and the proctologist take part in its evaluation and management. When there is a family history or the spots and digestive discomfort mentioned appear, seeing these professionals allows for appropriate follow-up of Peutz-Jeghers syndrome.