The medical term used to describe disorders that negatively affect skeletal muscles (the muscles that connect to bones) is myopathy. While some people get this condition from their biological parents, it can also be acquired later in life. Usually, people who experience this condition have problems with daily activities, including bathing, combing their hair, standing […]
A health condition in which inflammation occurs in 2 parts of the heart muscle, but mostly in the pericardium (the protective sac around the heart), is called myopericarditis. Usually, people develop this condition due to a viral infection, but medicines may help treat it. However, chronic effects from myopericarditis are not common, but people may […]
A common eye disorder that is mostly diagnosed before the age of 20 is called myopia (also known as nearsightedness). It often negatively affects distance vision (the inability to view objects that are farther away, including a grocery store, road signs, and others). Usually, doctors recommend glasses, contact lenses, or surgery to treat myopia. Furthermore, […]
A rare autoimmune disorder in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the muscles instead of viruses, bacteria, and other germs that can make you ill is called myositis. When it occurs, it is difficult to move or use the affected muscles. Unfortunately, there is no way to cure this disorder, but most of the time, […]
A disease that happens when the muscles do not relax as they should after contraction is called myotonia. This condition can affect the muscles throughout the body and cause different symptoms among people, depending on the type and severity of the disease. Doctors usually recommend medicines, physical therapy, and avoiding triggers to manage this condition. […]
An inherited disorder that primarily causes progressive muscle loss, weakness, and myotonia is called myotonic dystrophy (DM). It may also negatively affect the heart, lungs, eyes, and other parts of the body. Unfortunately, it is not possible to cure this condition. That’s why the treatment focuses on relieving the symptoms, preventing life-threatening complications, and improving […]
This is a rare and life-threatening complication of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland). It is called myxedema coma, and it occurs when the body does not produce enough thyroid hormones for a few years. In some cases, it may also happen if you already have hypothyroidism and do not get treatment. Furthermore, myxedema coma is a […]
A rare type of cancer that starts in the fat cells is called myxoid liposarcoma (MLPS). Sometimes, people may have this cancer for years before experiencing symptoms. It often causes a visible lump under the skin on the legs or arms. While the most common treatments for myxoid liposarcoma that has not spread to other […]
A benign (noncancerous) tumor that develops in the upper chamber of the heart (atria) is called a myxoma. While it may not cause any symptoms, sometimes it interferes with the heart’s function by affecting blood flow. As a result, people with myxoma may experience some complications (such as pulmonary embolism or stroke). If a myxoma […]
A disease in which the walls of the left ventricle become thickened is called left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH). This is the main pumping chamber of the heart, and this condition often happens due to hypertension (high blood pressure). Moreover, a thickened left ventricle may negatively affect the ability to pump blood into the aorta, which […]
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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