A type of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that affects emotional, physical, and behavioral responses to rape and other forms of sexual assault is called rape trauma syndrome (RTS). In other words, this syndrome is the way your mind and body respond to any sexual act performed against your will. Commonly, people who develop this syndrome […]
A health condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling along the pinched nerve in the back is called radiculopathy. In general, doctors have divided this disorder into 3 types. For example, cervical, thoracic, and lumbar. The type you develop depends on the location of the pinched nerve. In most cases, people get rid of radiculopathy […]
An adverse reaction that almost all people who have radiation therapy experience is called radiation burn (also known as radiation dermatitis). It often causes itchy skin, discoloration, and swelling. Thus, it is recommended to take extra precautions to care for your skin during and after this procedure to protect the skin and aid healing. Generally, […]
A rare condition caused by a bacterium called C. burnetii is called Q fever. In most cases, people get it from inhaling dust or contaminated bodily fluids of infected animals. It is important to know that if you develop a chronic form of the condition, it may cause damage to the heart and other organs. […]
A condition that causes swelling of the parotid gland is called parotitis. The salivary glands that are located between the jaw and ear are known as parotid glands. Usually, it occurs due to viral or bacterial infections, salivary gland stones, and dental issues. If you are diagnosed with parotitis, doctors may prescribe antivirals, antibiotics, heat […]
A type of cancer that begins to develop in the tissue of the parathyroid glands is called parathyroid cancer. These glands are a part of the endocrine system, and they are located behind the thyroid gland in the neck. This part of the endocrine system is very important because it produces hormones that control the […]
Specific organisms that depend on a host to survive and spread are called parasites. In general, there are 3 main types of parasites, and the symptoms they cause are also different. Moreover, there are some ways that may help prevent parasitic infections. These include good hygiene, thoroughly cooking meat, and drinking clean water. Usually, doctors […]
A mental health disorder characterized by distrust and suspicion of others without adequate reason is called paranoid personality disorder (PPD). Moreover, people who develop PPD are always on guard because they believe other people are constantly trying to demean, harm, or threaten them. In most cases, people with this mental condition do not think their […]
A condition in which the nerve signals to the muscles are affected is called paralysis. When it occurs, people often cannot make voluntary movements. The most common causes of paralysis include strokes, spinal cord injuries, and nerve disorders (including multiple sclerosis). However, Bell’s palsy may cause facial paralysis for a short time. Moreover, this condition […]
A type of tumor that develops on or in the pancreas is called a pancreatic cyst. Usually, the cyst has liquid inside it with an outer skin, and it accounts for less than 1% of pancreatic cysts that may become cancerous. However, physicians often recommend checking them regularly just in case. Sometimes, cysts that develop […]
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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