A health condition in which the immune system (body’s defense) attacks the nerves is called Guillain-Barre syndrome. It usually causes numbness, paralysis, or weakness. The primary symptoms of this syndrome are tingling and weakness in the hands and feet and sometimes these symptoms spread fast and cause paralysis. The advanced form of this condition is […]
An increase in the breast gland tissue amount in men or boys is a health condition called gynecomastia (also known as enlarged breasts in men). In most cases, it occurs due to an imbalance of hormones (such as Estrogen and Testosterone). This condition may affect one or both breasts (sometimes unevenly). In addition, this condition […]
A burning pain that occurs in the chest (behind the breastbone) is called heartburn. Commonly, the pain worsens after a meal, in the evening, when lying down or bending over. In some cases, this condition may appear without any obvious reason or symptoms. People usually manage heartburn discomfort on their own with over-the-counter (OTC) medicines […]
This is a condition in which blood appears in the urine and it is called hematuria. While sometimes the cause is harmless, it may indicate serious diseases. Sometimes, it is not possible to see blood in the urine (gross hematuria). If the blood cannot be seen with the naked eye it is known as microscopic […]
Repeated or sudden diaphragm movements that cannot be controlled are called hiccups. The muscle that separates the chest from the stomach region is called the diaphragm and it plays an essential role in breathing. Diaphragm spasms may cause vocal cords to suddenly close and make a “hic” sound. Hiccups often happen when you drink alcohol […]
A type of heart valve disease that negatively affects the valve between the left chambers of the heart is called mitral valve prolapse. In people with this condition, the leaflets (flaps) of the mitral valve are floppy and they bulge (prolapse) such as a parachute into the left upper chambers of the heart each time […]
A common fungal infection of the nail that causes brown, white, or yellow spots under the tip of the fingernail or toenail is called nail fungus. Discoloration and thickening of the nail may happen when the condition advances. This infection may negatively affect either one or more nails. Commonly, treatment is not needed if you […]
Death of the bone tissue is called osteonecrosis or avascular necrosis and it commonly occurs a lack of blood supply. It also may lead to small breaks in the bones that lead the bone to collapse. However, the process that leads to this condition may take years. The most common causes of osteonecrosis are a […]
A rare cancer type that begins in the pancreas is called pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. A long and flat organ located behind the stomach is called the pancreas and it produces specific enzymes and hormones that help digest food. This cancer type commonly begins in the hormone-producing cells of the pancreas called islet cells. Sometimes, pancreatic […]
Different health conditions that affect the heart are called heart disease. These include: Irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia) Blood vessel disease (including coronary artery disease) Congenital heart defects (heart conditions present at birth) Heart muscle disease Heart valve disease Many heart disease types can be treated with healthy lifestyle changes. Symptoms The symptoms a person experiences depend […]
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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