Health Conditions Starting With C — Research & Medical Insights

Compression of the median nerve at the wrist causing numbness and hand pain.

Clouding of the eye lens causing blurred vision, correctable with surgery.

An autoimmune reaction to gluten that damages the small intestine lining.

Cancer of the cervix, largely preventable through HPV vaccination and screening.

Severe, persistent fatigue not improved by rest, often with neurological symptoms.

Gradual loss of kidney function over months or years.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease — progressive lung obstruction, mainly from smoking.

Late-stage liver scarring (fibrosis) from long-term liver damage.

Cancer of the large intestine, often beginning as polyps detectable by colonoscopy.

Blockage or narrowing of coronary arteries reducing blood flow to the heart.

Chronic inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the GI tract.

A genetic disorder causing thick mucus buildup in lungs, digestive tract, and organs.

Calcium deposits inside a tendon causing pain and limited range of motion.

A common bacterial cause of foodborne diarrheal illness worldwide.

Infection caused by Candida fungi, affecting skin, mouth, or vaginal areas.

Small, painful ulcers inside the mouth that typically heal within two weeks.

Sudden cessation of effective heart function, requiring immediate resuscitation.

Disease of the heart muscle that impairs its ability to pump blood effectively.

Compression of lower spinal nerves, a surgical emergency causing leg weakness and incontinence.

A bacterial skin infection causing redness, swelling, warmth, and pain.

A group of disorders affecting movement and posture from early brain development injury.

Precancerous changes in cervical cells detected on Pap smears, often from HPV.

Age-related wear and tear of discs and joints in the cervical spine causing neck pain.

Inflammation of the cervix, often from sexually transmitted infection.

A parasitic disease transmitted by triatomine bugs, endemic in Latin America.

A group of inherited disorders damaging peripheral nerves, causing weakness and sensory loss.

A highly contagious viral infection caused by varicella-zoster with itchy blistering rash.

A mosquito-borne viral illness causing fever and severe joint pain.

A common sexually transmitted bacterial infection that is often asymptomatic.

Infection of the bile duct system, typically from stones obstructing bile flow.

Inflammation of the gallbladder, most commonly from gallstones.

An acute diarrheal illness from Vibrio cholerae bacteria, causing rapid dehydration.

A destructive skin growth in the middle ear that can damage hearing bones.

A rare cancer arising from cartilage cells, most common in adults.

A slow-growing blood cancer affecting mature lymphocytes, common in older adults.

A cancer of blood-forming cells with a characteristic Philadelphia chromosome.

Persistent pain lasting more than three months, affecting quality of life.

Long-term sinus inflammation causing nasal congestion and facial pressure.

A progressive brain disease linked to repeated head injuries in contact sports.

A congenital opening in the upper lip or roof of the mouth, typically corrected surgically.

A bacterial infection of the colon causing severe diarrhea, often after antibiotic use.

Severe one-sided headaches occurring in cyclical clusters with autonomic symptoms.

A congenital narrowing of the aorta causing elevated blood pressure.

Fluid-filled blisters around the lips caused by herpes simplex virus type 1.

Prolonged unexplained crying in otherwise healthy infants, usually resolving by four months.

Inflammation of the colon from infection, inflammatory bowel disease, or ischemia.

A usually inherited inability to distinguish certain colors, most often red and green.

A mild viral infection of the upper respiratory tract, usually self-limiting.

Chronic limb pain disproportionate to the original injury, with swelling and temperature changes.

A mild traumatic brain injury causing temporary cognitive and physical symptoms.

Structural heart defects present at birth, ranging from mild to life-threatening.

Pink eye — inflammation of the conjunctiva from infection or allergy.

Infrequent or difficult bowel movements, often from low fiber, dehydration, or inactivity.

Skin inflammation from direct contact with an irritant or allergen.

A scratch on the clear front surface of the eye causing pain and tearing.

An open sore on the cornea from infection or injury, threatening vision.

Inflammation of the cartilage connecting ribs to the sternum, causing chest wall pain.

Respiratory illness caused by SARS-CoV-2 with a wide range of severity.

Scaly, greasy patches on an infant’s scalp, usually resolving on its own.

A rare, fatal prion disease causing rapidly progressive dementia.

A fungal infection affecting lungs and brain, most severe in immunocompromised patients.

An undescended testicle, a common birth defect in male infants.

A disorder caused by prolonged exposure to high cortisol levels.

A mood disorder with chronic fluctuations between mild depression and hypomania.

Inflammation of the bladder, usually from bacterial infection.

A common herpesvirus that can cause serious disease in newborns and immunocompromised patients.

Narrowing of the neck arteries supplying the brain, increasing stroke risk.

Severe impairment of the heart to pump blood, often after major heart attack.

Sudden muscle weakness triggered by emotion, often associated with narcolepsy.

Pauses in breathing during sleep due to impaired brain respiratory drive.

A painless lump in the eyelid from a blocked oil gland.

Reduced or blocked bile flow from the liver, leading to jaundice and itching.

Softening of cartilage under the kneecap causing anterior knee pain.

Involuntary, irregular, dance-like movements from basal ganglia dysfunction.

Long-term airway inflammation with productive cough for at least three months yearly.

A rare inherited immune disorder with recurrent bacterial and fungal infections.

Impaired return of blood from leg veins, causing swelling and skin changes.

Growths on the colon lining that can be precursors to colorectal cancer.

A primary immunodeficiency with low antibody levels and recurrent infections.

An infant born with insufficient thyroid hormone, screened at birth to prevent developmental delays.

A viral upper airway infection in young children causing a barking cough.

A rare lymphoma that primarily affects the skin, including mycosis fungoides.

Nerve root irritation in the neck, causing arm pain, tingling, or weakness.

Repeated upper airway blockages during sleep, linked to hypertension and fatigue.

A bacterial infection from Bartonella henselae transmitted via cat scratches.

Flushing and diarrhea caused by hormones released from neuroendocrine tumors.

A rare lymphoma confined to the brain, spinal cord, or eyes.

Impaired coordination and balance from cerebellar dysfunction.

A bulge in a cerebral artery wall that can cause subarachnoid hemorrhage if ruptured.

Abnormal cervical cells detected on Pap smear requiring follow-up evaluation.

Hives lasting more than six weeks, often idiopathic or autoimmune.

A congenital foot deformity in which the foot is twisted inward and downward.

Abnormal findings during magnified cervical examination, often following an abnormal Pap.

Dangerous pressure buildup within a muscle compartment, threatening tissue viability.

Temporary narrowing of a coronary artery causing chest pain, often at rest.

Persistent liver inflammation lasting more than six months, often from viral infection.