A movement disorder that causes frequent spasms of the eye, jaw, tongue, and lower facial muscles is called Meige syndrome. The spasms caused by this condition may feel like a stabbing sensation, which is very similar to an electric shock. In other words, Meige syndrome is a rare type of dystonia that negatively affects the […]
A health condition in which the glands near the lids do not make enough oil or good-quality oil is called Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). This oil is needed to protect the eyes themselves. Usually, dry eyes can cause other problems. Doctors often recommend eye drops and gland probes to treat this condition. In general, Meibomian […]
This is a form of phobia that causes an intense fear of large objects (such as skyscrapers, airplanes, and big statues). However, this is a treatable condition like many other types of phobias. Doctors often treat it with a type of psychological therapy known as exposure therapy. Furthermore, megalophobia (fear of large objects) is a […]
This disease is a form of macrocytic anemia (a blood disorder) that occurs when the bone marrow produces stem cells that make large red blood cells. It is called megaloblastic anemia, and it is a part of vitamin deficiency anemia that occurs when the body does not get enough vitamin B12 and vitamin B9 (folate). […]
The medical term used to describe an enlarged brain size is megalencephaly (also known as macroencephaly). While this condition may occur on its own, sometimes, people develop due to certain genetic conditions. Usually, children who experience megalencephaly have the following symptoms. These include seizures and developmental delays. Unfortunately, there is no way to cure this […]
A type of cancerous (malignant) brain tumor that begins to develop near the brainstem in the cerebellum is called medulloblastoma. It is a fast-growing tumor that can easily spread to other parts of the brain and spinal cord. Commonly, medulloblastoma affects children. Doctors often prescribe surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy to treat this type of […]
A health condition that causes inflammation in the mediastinum (the part of the chest between the lungs that contains the heart and other organs) is called mediastinitis. This disease can be acute (sudden) or chronic (long-term). Typically, acute mediastinitis occurs due to complications from a median sternotomy or an esophageal tear. While people often experience […]
A group of tumors that include thymomas, lymphomas, germ cell tumors, and cysts is called mediastinal tumors. These abnormal cells often appear in the space between the lungs (the mediastinum). While some of these tumors are benign (noncancerous), some people may develop malignant (cancerous) tumors. The primary treatment for people who develop mediastinal tumors is […]
The medical term used to describe extremely thick meconium blocks in the last part of the baby’s small intestine (the ileum) is meconium ileus. Usually, this condition is a complication of cystic fibrosis, but it may also occur due to other causes. Doctors diagnose it by performing imaging tests. To treat this condition, physicians use […]
A health condition in which a newborn breathes in a sticky substance known as meconium just before or during birth is called meconium aspiration syndrome. It may cause breathing problems and respiratory distress. In general, it is rare for this condition to cause chronic complications or serious health problems. Usually, early diagnosis and proper treatment […]
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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