A rare neurological disorder that causes inflammation of the spinal cord is called transverse myelitis (TM). In most cases, people who develop this condition notice that symptoms appear suddenly. These include muscle weakness, bladder dysfunction, and pain. In general, there are a lot of factors that may cause this condition. Sometimes, people recover completely from […]
A common health condition in which the tonsils become infected is called tonsillitis. Sore throat, fever, and swollen lymph nodes are the most common symptoms of this disorder. The treatment is often different among people because it depends on the underlying condition, such as a viral or bacterial infection. Most people notice improvements within 7 […]
Sometimes, people may develop tongue problems. These include a tongue that is painful, enlarged, swollen, or has an unusual color, such as white, yellow, brown, or black. While there are some congenital (present at birth) conditions (including inflammation, infections, and other conditions) that may cause problems with this muscle, problems with the tongue may sometimes […]
A serious health condition in which one or more blood clots develop in the blood vessels or heart is called thrombosis. These blood clots can reduce or even block blood flow to multiple structures and organs in the body. Moreover, a blood clot may break and travel to other parts of the body and get […]
A rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that begins in the T lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell) is called T-cell lymphoma. In general, there are multiple forms of this type of cancer. Physicians usually prescribe different treatments for people with T-cell lymphomas because it depends on several factors. For example, the type and severity […]
A movement condition that develops when you administer antipsychotic medications or other types of medicines is called tardive dyskinesia (TD). Once it occurs, there is no treatment that can reverse this condition. That’s why the treatment goal is to reduce the symptoms and improve your quality of life. Sometimes, people may develop TD years after […]
A group of infections caused by a genus of bacteria known as Staphylococcus is called Staphylococcal (Staph) infections. In general, there are more than 30 strains of this bacterium. Moreover, one of the most common pathogens (an organism that causes disease) is Staphylococcus aureus. It is recommended to see a doctor if you experience any […]
A condition in which ligaments around one or more joints are torn or stretched is called a sprain. In most cases, it occurs due to falls and participating in contact sports. If you get a mild sprain, it can be managed at home with the RICE method, but in severe cases, you may need to […]
A genetic condition in which muscles become weakened is called spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). In general, there are 5 subtypes of SMA that range in severity and age of onset. While this disorder cannot be cured, there are multiple treatments that can help ease the symptoms and improve your quality of life. This condition causes […]
A health condition in which damage to the spinal cord occurs is known as spinal cord injury (SCI). Generally, the spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that links the brain with the rest of the body. When damage to these nerves occurs, it may cause problems with sensory signals and control over muscle movement. […]
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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