A disease in which the fungus called Candida albicans builds up in the mouth is called oral thrush or candidiasis. However, candida (a yeast) lives in the mouth naturally. In some cases, it may grow and begin to cause symptoms. This condition causes creamy white patches or spots on the tongue or inner cheeks. In […]
A long-term and continuous depression form is called a persistent depressive disorder. When it occurs, people usually feel sad and empty, lose interest in activities once enjoyed, and may have problems with getting things done. Sometimes, they also may experience low self-esteem and feel hopeless. When the condition occurs, previous symptoms may last for years […]
An inflammation of the colon that is linked with the overgrowth of bacteria called Clostridioides difficile (previously called Clostridium difficile) or C. diff is called pseudomembranous colitis. Sometimes, this condition is called antibiotic-associated colitis or C. difficile colitis. In most cases, overgrowth of this bacteria occurs after staying in a hospital or taking antibiotics. Usually, […]
A ballooning or bulge in a brainās blood vessel is called a brain aneurysm. Sometimes, the condition is called cerebral aneurysm or intracranial aneurysm. In most cases, an aneurysm looks like a berry that hangs on a stem. Aneurysms may break and cause bleeding between the brain and its coverings. In such cases, the disease […]
A condition in which recurrent breathing stops happen during sleep is called central sleep apnea. The primary cause of this condition is the brain that does not send proper signals to the muscles that control breathing. It is important to know that this sleep apnea type is different from obstructive sleep apnea. The second type […]
A group of irregular small blood vessels with thin walls that are located in the spinal cord or brain is called cerebral cavernous malformations (CCMs). These blood vessels look like small mulberries and they can cause blood leakage in the spinal cord or brain. Generally, CCMs are different in their size, but in most cases, […]
The fluid that surrounds and protects the spinal cord and brain from injuries is called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Normally, people have three layers that surround the brain and spinal cord. CSF leak happens usually when there is a hole or tear in the outermost layer. The fluid begins to leak when the outer layer has […]
An inflammatory and infectious condition that occurs due to Trypanosoma cruzi parasite is called Chagas disease. Usually, this parasite is found in the feces of triatomine bugs (also known as ākissing bugsā). This condition is mostly diagnosed where the triatomine bug primarily lives. These include South and Central America and Mexico. However, there are a […]
A group of inherited conditions that cause nerve damage (mostly in the arms and legs) is called Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease. The nerves in the arms and legs are called peripheral nerves. Sometimes, this condition is called hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy. This disease causes muscle weakness, loss of sensation and muscle contractions, and walking problems. […]
A disease in which brain tissue extends to the spinal cord is called Chiari malformation. It usually happens when a skull part is misshapen or is smaller than usual. Thus, the skull puts pressure on the brain and forces it downward. While this is a rare condition, people tend to use imaging tests, which leads […]
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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