A health condition that causes hair loss, either on the scalp or the whole body, is called hair loss (also known as alopecia). It often occurs due to hormonal changes, heredity, certain health conditions, or a normal part of aging. While anyone may develop this condition, it is mostly diagnosed in men. You may hear […]
The medical term for bladder inflammation is cystitis. When a part of the body becomes swollen and hot, it is known as inflammation. Sometimes, this condition can be painful. In most cases, this condition happens due to a bacterial infection (a urinary tract infection). Generally, a bladder infection is painful and, without treatment, can become […]
A health condition in which the bladder moves from its usual position in the pelvic area and pushes on the vagina wall is called anterior vaginal prolapse (also called cystocele or a prolapsed bladder). Specific muscles and connective tissues of the pelvic floor usually hold in place pelvic organs such as the bladder, uterus, and […]
A rare mood disorder that causes emotional swings (also known as ups and downs) is called cyclothymia. The symptoms are not as severe as those in bipolar I or II disorders. People with this condition may notice how their mood shifts up and down from their baseline. Sometimes, they may feel that they are on […]
A condition in which a person experiences multiple episodes of severe vomiting, often without an obvious cause, is called cyclic vomiting syndrome. Usually, an episode lasts between hours and days, then alternates with a symptom-free period. In most cases, the episodes of this syndrome are similar. It means they start at the same time of […]
A type of cancer that develops in white blood cells is called cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. It happens quite rarely and begins in the while blood cells called T cells (also known as T lymphocytes). In normal circumstances, white blood cells help the body’s immune system fight against germs. When a person develops this cancer type, […]
A condition in which the tissue damage is caused by too much sun, hot liquids, flames, chemicals, electricity, steam, or other sources is called burns. While burns can be mild, they can be life-threatening and require immediate treatment. Physicians usually recommend different treatments for burns because they depend on the severity of the condition, overall […]
This is a rare condition that negatively affects arteries and veins in the arms and legs. While it is often called Buerger’s disease, also known as thromboangiitis obliterans. In people with this disease, blood vessels become blocked. As a result, blood flow to the limbs is reduced, which allows blood clots to form. These blood […]
A rare and life-threatening condition that causes arrhythmia (irregular heart rhythms) is called Brugada syndrome. Sometimes, this condition is inherited. Generally, those who suffer from this syndrome have an increased risk of irregular heart rhythms that begin in the ventricles (lower heart chambers). This condition is often treated with preventive measures (such as reducing fever […]
A bacterial infection that spreads from animals to people and causes fever, joint pain, and extreme tiredness (fatigue) is called brucellosis. People often become infected with this infection by eating raw or unpasteurized dairy products. In some cases, a person may become infected from inhaling air droplets that contain the bacteria or direct contact with […]
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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