Dr. Panorea Mathews-Kukla, MD is a pediatrician in Glen Ellyn, IL specializing in general pediatrics. She graduated from Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine in 1999 and has 26 years of experience. Dr. Panorea Mathews-Kukla, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine and Duly Health and Care.
430 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
220 Springfield Drive
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
150 East Willow Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187
Anemia
Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.
An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.
Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.
Dr. Panorea Mathews-Kukla, MD graduated from Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine in 1999. She completed residency at Rush Children's Hospital. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics (Certified) and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine (1999)
Residency: Rush Children's Hospital
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics (Certified)
Licensed In: Illinois
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Dr. Panorea Mathews-Kukla's area of specialization is general pediatrics. These areas are among her clinical interests: conjunctivitis (pink eye), warts, and sinusitis (sinus inflammation). She is rated highly by her patients. After completing medical school at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, Dr. Mathews-Kukla performed her residency at Rush Children's Hospital. She is conversant in Greek. Her professional affiliations include Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital and Duly Health and Care. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact Dr. Mathews-Kukla's office in Glen Ellyn, IL.