This is a condition that negatively affects the eyes when a person leaves syphilis untreated. It is called ocular syphilis, and with early diagnosis and proper treatment, it can help prevent serious complications of this disorder. However, diagnosing ocular syphilis is often difficult because there are multiple infections (such as uveitis) that cause similar symptoms. […]
A health condition that causes painful inflammation in the eyes and the skin around them is called ocular rosacea. Unfortunately, there is no cure for this condition. However, you can prevent flare-ups and relieve the symptoms if you learn to avoid triggers. Usually, doctors help identify triggers and recommend treatments to ease the symptoms. In […]
A health condition in which attacks of visual disturbances affect one eye and are associated with migraine headaches is called ocular migraine. In most cases, vision problems are temporary. Physicians often treat this condition by avoiding the triggers, making lifestyle changes, and prescribing medicines. This condition is also known as retinal migraine. It causes migraine […]
Clocal exstrophy (also known as OEIS syndrome) is a disorder that occurs during pregnancy. It negatively affects the baby’s urinary, respiratory, and digestive systems. Therefore, it may cause the bladder to develop inside out and some organs to push through a hole in the abdominal area. Some people with this syndrome may also experience problems […]
A rare eye condition that often occurs in people with carotid artery disease is called ocular ischemic syndrome (OIS). It occurs due to reduced blood flow caused by a buildup of plaque in a carotid artery. Usually, people with ocular ischemic syndrome may experience eye pain and vision problems. The treatment goal is to reduce […]
An eye condition that increases the pressure inside the eye higher than normal is called ocular hypertension. Usually, in people with this condition, there is no damage to the optic nerve. Moreover, this disorder often refers to high intraocular pressure (IOP) or high pressure inside the eye. One of the most common causes of this […]
A mental health condition that involves extreme preoccupation with perfectionism, organization, and control is called obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD). People who suffer from this mental disorder have rigid beliefs and need to have control of themselves, others, and situations. Usually, people do not allow for any flexibility and are usually unable to compromise with others. […]
A health condition in which certain blockages in the body affect the ability to urinate is called obstructive uropathy. While it usually causes pain and infection, it may also cause other symptoms. In most cases, obstructive uropathy occurs due to kidney stones, an enlarged prostate gland, strictures, and cancer. However, this is a treatable condition, […]
A condition that causes you to stop breathing during sleep because of a blockage in the windpipe is called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It also causes frequent wake-ups during nighttime, which leads to daytime exhaustion and other frustrating symptoms. People who leave this disorder untreated may experience some serious and even life-threatening complications. In most […]
A health condition in which a person experiences an intense fear of gaining weight is called obesophobia (also known as pocrescophobia). While people frequently think about their weight and go on diets, people with this condition go to extremes. For example, undereating, starving, over-exercising, or avoiding activities involving food. Moreover, they continue to fear weight […]
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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