A kidney disease in which immunoglobulin A or IgA (a protein that fights against germs) builds up in the kidneys is called IgA nephropathy or Berger disease. This condition provokes inflammation of the kidneys and over time it may lead to their decreased function to filter blood. However, a person with this condition will notice […]
There are some teeth located in the back of the mouth called wisdom teeth. These are the last teeth that appear during adulthood often. Generally, people have 4 wisdom teeth 2 on the top and 2 on the bottom. In most cases, these teeth are affected because do not have enough space to grow. When […]
When a female has weak cervical tissue that causes or contributes to premature birth or loss of a healthy pregnancy is called an incompetent cervix. Sometimes, it is called cervical insufficiency. The lower part of the uterus that opens to the vagina is called the cervix. Usually, before pregnancy, it is firm and closed and […]
A condition in which you experience discomfort in the upper abdomen is called dyspepsia, stomach upset, or indigestion. This health problem explains symptoms such as abdominal pain and the feeling of fullness right after you begin eating. However, indigestion can in some cases be a symptom of other digestive diseases. While this is a common […]
A group of disorders that cause long-term (chronic) inflammation of the digestive tract tissues is called inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). These include: Ulcerative colitis – A disease in which a person experiences ulcers (sores) and inflammation along the large intestine (colon) lining and rectum. Crohn’s disease – This condition affects mostly the small intestine but […]
A temporary disorder that causes sleep problems affecting usually people who travel across different time zones is called jet lag disorder. The body has an internal clock (known as circadian rhythms) that signals when the body needs to stay awake and when to sleep. This condition happens due to the synchronization of the internal clock […]
This is a condition in which inflammation (swelling) in the small and medium blood vessel walls occurs. Through these vessels, the blood goes throughout the body. Commonly, this condition impacts heart arteries in children but can affect adults too. However, the heart arteries are responsible for supplying the heart with oxygen-rich blood. This condition is […]
This type of cancer occurs in the kidneys when abnormal cells start to multiply and form tumors. The two bean-shaped organs, each one roughly the size of a fist are called kidneys. These organs are located behind the abdominal organs on each side of the spine. One of the most common kidney cancer types that […]
A congenital health condition that causes problems in the development of the blood vessels, soft tissues (including skin and muscles), bones, and lymphatic system (sometimes) is called Klippel-Tranaunay syndrome or KTS. A red birthmark that ranges in color from pink to reddish-purple, malformations of the lymphatic system or veins, and overgrowth of bones and tissues […]
A contagious health condition usually caused by a herpes virus (Epstein-Barr virus) is called infectious mononucleosis (mono). Sometimes, this condition is called kissing disease because the virus that provokes it can spread through saliva. However, you can get this condition by sharing food utensils or a glass with a person with mono. Moreover, this condition […]
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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