A condition in which a person has high protein levels in the urine is called proteinuria. While it can occur due to harmless causes (such as heavy exercise or dehydration), it may also occur due to more serious health problems, including immune disorders, kidney disease, and others. Typically, treatment varies among individuals because it depends […]
A noncancerous (benign) tumor that produces excessive Prolactin is called a prolactinoma. It usually causes infertility, irregular or lack menstrual periods, and milky nipple discharge. However, this benign tumor is often treatable with medicines or surgery. This tumor grows in the pituitary gland, and it increases the production of Prolactin. While this is an essential […]
A group of rare, terminal (end-stage) neurodegenerative diseases that occur when specific proteins in the brain turn into abnormal proteins known as prions is called prion disease. This condition causes significant damage to the brain that may lead to dementia. The treatment goal is to reduce the symptoms and improve your quality of life. They […]
This is a rare type of cancer that develops in a layer of tissue lining the abdominal area (the peritoneum). It is called primary peritoneal cancer, and in the early stage usually does not cause any symptoms. That’s why most people with this condition are diagnosed in advanced stages. The primary treatment for this type […]
A long-term (chronic) and progressive disorder in which inflammation causes damage to the bile ducts that go through the liver is called primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). If the bile ducts do not work properly, the bile may flow backward in the liver, causing damage to the liver. While with medicines you can delay or prevent […]
This condition is a type of depression that occurs during pregnancy. It is called prenatal depression and often causes extreme or ongoing sadness, anxiety, sleep disturbances, changes in eating habits, or fatigue (extreme tiredness). In more severe cases, this condition can cause females to harm themselves or the developing fetus. Usually, it is treated with […]
A health condition in which a man ejaculates (cum) earlier than you or your partner would like during sexual intercourse is called premature ejaculation (PE). Generally, this is a common sexual dysfunction among males, and it affects about 30% to 40% of men. There are multiple factors that can cause PE, including physical problems, chemical […]
A condition that warns about type 2 diabetes is called prediabetes. In general, it means that your blood sugar levels are increased but not enough to cause type 2 diabetes. Some people can reverse prediabetes through lifestyle changes, including more physical activity, dietary changes, and others. Commonly, blood sugar levels of 70 to 99 milligrams […]
A group of symptoms that develop as a complication of DVT (deep vein thrombosis), and often occur within a few years after DVT diagnosis in the same limb (arm or leg), is called post-thrombotic syndrome. It usually causes pain, heaviness, itching, swelling, or redness in the affected arm or leg. Physicians usually treat this syndrome […]
The time after you have been without a menstrual period for 1 year (12 months) is called postmenopause. This period lasts for the rest of your life. Some people can experience hot flashes that come and go. However, people in postmenopause are at increased risk for heart disease and osteoporosis (bone loss). Usually, doctors recommend […]
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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