A health condition in which a person breaks the bone that joins the pinky toe to the base of the foot is called a Jones fracture. Typically, people need several months to recover completely, and they will need to wear a boot or cast. Moreover, this condition has a high risk of recurrence, despite successful […]
Generally, there are more than a thousand jellyfish species worldwide. While most jellyfish stings do not cause any health problems or symptoms, some of them may cause serious problems. These creatures live in all of the world’s oceans, and they have soft, bell-shaped bodies with certain long and finger-like structures (tentacles). They also have stinging […]
A rare type of epilepsy in which light sensitivity and eyelid muscle contractions may cause seizures is called Jeavons syndrome (also known as epilepsy with eyelid myoclonia). Most of the time, the condition starts during childhood. However, there are some treatment options that may help ease the symptoms and even prevent seizures. Unfortunately, people with […]
A health condition in which the skin and eyes become yellow in newborn babies is called jaundice. It often occurs due to a buildup of bilirubin in the baby’s blood. In this case, the baby’s liver is not developed enough to get rid of bilirubin. In general, this condition is common and usually disappears on […]
A common mosquito-borne disease that spreads to people who are bitten by these infected mosquitoes is called Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV). In most cases, this infection does not cause any symptoms. However, some people may experience flu-like symptoms. In rare cases, JCV may cause a severe infection, which is considered a medical emergency. Without immediate […]
A rare disorder that is a type of chromosomal disorder and causes a deletion of a few genes at the end of the long arm of chromosome 11 is called Jacobsen syndrome. It also causes specific facial features and symptoms (such as developmental delays and heart defects). In some cases, this condition is called 11q […]
A chronic mental disorder in which people experience prolonged fear that they have a serious or life-threatening illness despite few or no symptoms is called illness anxiety disorder or hypochondria. Doctors often treat this condition with mental health therapy and medication. Sometimes, this condition is called hypochondriasis. People with this disorder may also misinterpret typical […]
A condition that mostly affects athletes and causes aching and sharp pain on the outside of the knee or hip is called iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS). Generally, the iliotibial band is a tendon that may rub against the knee bones and hip. While the most common symptoms of ITBS are irritation and swelling, it may […]
A disease in which a part of the blood vessel that delivers oxygen-rich blood to the lower part of the body is weakened is called an iliac artery aneurysm. Usually, it causes the stretched part to press against nearby tissues and structures, leading to symptoms. When an aneurysm breaks, it is considered a medical emergency. […]
A condition in which your immune system does not produce enough immunoglobulin A (IgA), which helps the body fight infections in the airways, GI (gastrointestinal) tract, sinuses, and eyes, is called IgA deficiency. Moreover, those who develop it may experience health problems that occur more frequently and are more severe. In other words, IgA deficiency […]
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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