The cancer type that starts in the pancreas cells is called pancreatic cancer. An organ that is located behind the stomach is called the pancreas. It produces specific enzymes and hormones that help digest food and manage blood sugar. The most common type of pancreatic cancer starts in the pancreas ducts that carry digestive enzymes […]
A long-term and continuous depression form is called a persistent depressive disorder. When it occurs, people usually feel sad and empty, lose interest in activities once enjoyed, and may have problems with getting things done. Sometimes, they also may experience low self-esteem and feel hopeless. When the condition occurs, previous symptoms may last for years […]
An inflammation of the colon that is linked with the overgrowth of bacteria called Clostridioides difficile (previously called Clostridium difficile) or C. diff is called pseudomembranous colitis. Sometimes, this condition is called antibiotic-associated colitis or C. difficile colitis. In most cases, overgrowth of this bacteria occurs after staying in a hospital or taking antibiotics. Usually, […]
The cancer that begins in the rectum cells is called rectal cancer. When cancer occurs inside the colon and rectum, it is called colorectal cancer. The end part of the colon is called the rectum. It begins at the end of the colon and ends at the anus (the short and narrow passage). Rectal and […]
The cancer that begins in the skin cells is called skin cancer. It usually occurs due to prolonged exposure to the sun. However, it may also happen in body parts that are not exposed to the sun. The main skin cancer types include basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Generally, to reduce the […]
A ballooning or bulge in a brain’s blood vessel is called a brain aneurysm. Sometimes, the condition is called cerebral aneurysm or intracranial aneurysm. In most cases, an aneurysm looks like a berry that hangs on a stem. Aneurysms may break and cause bleeding between the brain and its coverings. In such cases, the disease […]
A condition in which recurrent breathing stops happen during sleep is called central sleep apnea. The primary cause of this condition is the brain that does not send proper signals to the muscles that control breathing. It is important to know that this sleep apnea type is different from obstructive sleep apnea. The second type […]
A group of irregular small blood vessels with thin walls that are located in the spinal cord or brain is called cerebral cavernous malformations (CCMs). These blood vessels look like small mulberries and they can cause blood leakage in the spinal cord or brain. Generally, CCMs are different in their size, but in most cases, […]
The fluid that surrounds and protects the spinal cord and brain from injuries is called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Normally, people have three layers that surround the brain and spinal cord. CSF leak happens usually when there is a hole or tear in the outermost layer. The fluid begins to leak when the outer layer has […]
A cancer that begins in the cervix (the lower part of the uterus that links to the vagina) is called cervical cancer. There are multiple strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV) that contribute to most diagnosed cervical cancers. Normally, HPV is a common infection that often passes through sexual contact. In most cases, the immunity […]
Dr. Paul K. Huddleston is an urologist in Newark, Delaware and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, Newark Health Methodist Hospital Alliance. He received his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock and has been in practice between 12-16 years.
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