Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare, degenerative brain disorder. CJD progresses rapidly and is fatal. Learn how …
2 min readA comprehensive A–Z reference of 1017 health topics from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine). Covers diseases, conditions, symptoms, treatments, diagnostic tests, and wellness topics.
This section provides a comprehensive A–Z reference of 1017 health topics from MedlinePlus, a service of the National Library of Medicine (NIH). Each article includes a plain-language summary of the condition, test, or treatment.
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Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare, degenerative brain disorder. CJD progresses rapidly and is fatal. Learn how …
2 min readCritical care (also called intensive care) helps people with life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Learn what to …
3 min readCrohn's Disease can cause inflammation in any area from the mouth to the anus. Read about medicines, surgery or dietary …
6 min readCroup symptoms include difficulty breathing, a barking cough, and a hoarse voice. Children are at the highest risk. …
2 min readCryptosporidiosis or Crypto is an illness caused by a parasite that lives in soil, food and water. Learn the common …
5 min readDoctors use CT scans (or CAT scans) to look for broken bones, cancers, blood clots, and more. Learn about the CT scan …
4 min readCushing's Syndrome (Hypercortisolism) is a rare hormonal disorder caused by over exposure to the hormone, Cortisol. Lab …
2 min readCystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease of the mucus and sweat glands. The symptoms and severity of CF can vary. …
2 min readCytomegalovirus (CMV) is a virus found worldwide. Most people with CMV don't need treatment. Learn about who is at risk …
2 min readDandruff, flaking of skin on your scalp, can be annoying and itchy. Learn about how to treat it, as well as cradle cap …
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