This is an aggressive and rare form of cancer that begins to develop in the mucous membrane (mucosa). It is called mucosal melanoma, and it affects the soft tissue that lines organs and other parts throughout the body. Most of the time, this type of cancer spreads until it is diagnosed. In other words, mucosal […]
A bacterium that causes serious infections and is difficult to treat is called methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). In most cases, it causes skin infections, but may also affect other parts of the body (including the brain, lungs, heart, and bloodstream) and cause serious illnesses. Usually, this bacterium spreads in healthcare settings (among people in hospitals […]
A viral infection similar to smallpox that causes flu-like symptoms (including fever, chills, and rash) is called mpox. This condition is caused by a virus, and there is no available treatment, but it often disappears on its own. However, physicians often recommend getting vaccinated if you are at increased risk for mpox. Furthermore, mpox occurs […]
This is a rare disorder that impacts the blood vessels in the brain. It may cause bleeding in the brain and a stroke in the affected part of the brain. It is called moyamoya disease, and it cannot be cured. That’s why the treatment goal is to relieve the symptoms, prevent blood clots, and restore […]
Health conditions that cause increased and/or slow movement are called movement disorders, and they often negatively affect the actions you choose to make or cause uncontrolled movements. The most common movement disorders include Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and restless leg syndrome, but people may develop other types of movement disorders. In other words, movement disorders […]
A disease that causes small ulcers on the gums, lips, tongue, inner cheeks, or roof of the mouth is called mouth ulcers. In general, there are a lot of things that can cause them, including hormonal imbalances, emotional distress, minor injuries, and others. While most of them disappear without treatment, some types of mouth ulcers […]
A health condition that negatively affects motor neurons that are involved in muscle movements is called motor neuron disease (MND). Most of the time, MND affects the muscles that you do not even think about, including those that are involved in breathing, swallowing, chewing, talking, and walking. Unfortunately, it is not possible to cure this […]
Certain small and flying insects known as vectors (living things that carry diseases between humans and animals) are called mosquitoes. They carry infections through the blood, and mosquito bites are small, raised bumps on the skin that are often caused by a bite from a female mosquito. In general, there are multiple types of mosquitoes […]
A disorder that causes inflammation of one of the foot nerves is called Morton’s neuroma. Usually, it causes pain and makes it feel like you are stepping on a marble. While some people can relieve the symptoms with home remedies or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, others may need prescription treatments. Moreover, Morton’s neuroma is not a […]
A health condition that causes nausea and vomiting in women, and it happens usually in the morning, is called morning sickness. However, it may occur at any time of the day. Mostly, this condition is treated with dietary changes, but if they do not work, you may need IV fluids and certain medicines. Moreover, morning […]
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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