An illness that people often get from eating something contaminated with the Listeria bacterium is called listeriosis. It is usually found in deli meats, hot dogs, and soft cheeses. People who develop it may experience the following symptoms. These include fever, headaches, and diarrhea. Moreover, listeriosis can cause serious complications if you are pregnant or […]
A rare neurological disease in which a part of the brainstem is damaged (such as from a stroke) is called Locked-in syndrome (LiS). This is a serious condition in which people have total paralysis but still have consciousness and normal cognitive abilities. Most people with LiS can communicate with eye movements. In other words, LiS […]
Non-sexually transmitted genital ulcers that cause flu-like symptoms and occur rarely are called Lipschutz ulcers. While most of the time these ulcers disappear on their own within 5-6 weeks, doctors may recommend some treatments to ease the symptoms. In other words, Lipschutz ulcers cause one or multiple ulcers on the vulva (on one or both […]
A group of rare cancers that begin to develop in fat cells in the legs or arms is called liposarcoma. While most of them are removed surgically, some of them may recur. That’s why doctors may prescribe additional treatment and long-term follow-up. It also helps detect new tumors in the early stages before they spread. […]
A condition in which fatty tissue grows into a lump under the skin is called a lipoma. Usually, these lumps move easily when you touch them and may feel rubbery (not hard). Most of the time, lipomas do not cause any health problems and do not need treatment. However, if one of them is bothering […]
A type of pneumonia in which the fatty or oily substance in the lungs becomes inflamed is called lipoid pneumonia. Usually, it occurs when a person breathes in or aspirates oils. Some examples include cooking oils, essential oils, vaping oils, petroleum jelly, nasal sprays, and decongestants that contain mineral oils. Moreover, there is another type […]
A long-term (chronic) condition that negatively affects the legs and causes swelling, pain, and hardening of the skin and fat is called lipodermatosclerosis. Early detection and prompt treatment usually help improve the prognosis of this condition. In other words, lipodermatosclerosis is a disorder in which high pressure in the leg veins causes inflammation in the […]
A health condition that causes abnormal fat buildup on both sides of the lower part of the body (most of the time, in the legs) is called lipedema. Sometimes, people with lipedema may experience a fat buildup in the arms. While people with lipedema may experience pain, it may negatively affect their daily routine. Unfortunately, […]
A type of oral cancer in which the tumor begins to develop in the squamous cells that line the oral cavity and certain facial structures (including the lips, tongue, cheeks, and throat) is called lip cancer. Furthermore, this type of cancer has a high survival rate because doctors often diagnose it in the early stages. […]
A health condition that causes an unhealthy fear of tornadoes or hurricanes is called lilapsophobia. Most of the time, the fear is not rational and is much greater than the risk itself. Furthermore, the official diagnosis of lilapsophobia is “specific phobia”, and people with this condition may have several phobias. Check some examples below: Astraphobia […]
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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