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A colostomy is a surgical procedure that is done when part of the large intestine (colon or rectum) has been removed and it may

Colonoscopy is the inspection of the entire large intestine (colon) using a long, flexible, lighted viewing scope (colonoscope)

Cluster headaches are recurring headaches that occur in groups or cycles. The headaches appear suddenly and cause severe

A concussion occurs when the head sustains a hard blow and the impact jars or shakes the brain inside the skull, interrupting the

Coronary artery disease happens when fatty deposits called plaque (say "plak") build up inside your coronary arteries. Those are

Corticosteroid medicines—also called steroid medicines—are similar to natural hormones produced in the body that help control many

Congenital heart disease refers to structural heart problems or abnormalities that have been present since birth. These problems

Childhood glaucoma is a rare form of glaucoma that can be present in some children when they are born. Or it may develop as the

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common herpes-type virus that can cause fever, chills, sore throat, swollen glands, body aches, and

A cyst is a sac-shaped structure in the body. Cysts usually are filled with fluid, which may be blood, clear fluid, or pus. A cyst