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What is a cecostomy for children? Cecostomy is surgery to clear a child’s bowels of feces when other treatment has not worked. It is used for children with fecal incontinence caused by major health problems. Fecal incontinence means your child can’t control…

What is celiac disease? Celiac disease is a long-term (chronic) digestive problem that hurts your small intestine. It stops your body from taking in nutrients from food. It is different from gluten sensitivity or intolerance. You may have celiac disease…

What is cellulitis? Cellulitis is a deep infection of the skin caused by bacteria. It often affects the arms and legs. It can also develop around the eyes, mouth, and anus, or on the belly (abdomen). Normal skin can be affected…

What is cellulitis? Cellulitis is a spreading skin infection. It may affect the upper skin layer. Or in more severe cases it may affect the deeper skin and layer of fat under the skin. When cellulitis affects the upper skin layer, it…

What is cellulitis of the eyelid or eye socket in children? Cellulitis is a serious type of infection and inflammation. It can occur in different parts of the body. When it occurs in the eyelid and tissues in the front…

What is central retinal artery occlusion? When one of the vessels that carry blood to your eye’s retina gets blocked, you can lose your eyesight. This problem often happens suddenly and without any pain. This is called a central retinal…

What is a cerebral abscess? A cerebral abscess is a pus-filled pocket of infected material in your brain. It is sometimes called a brain abscess. An abscess can cause your brain to swell, putting harmful pressure on brain tissue. An…

What is a cerebral aneurysm? A cerebral aneurysm is a bulge in a weak area of the wall of a brain artery. It puffs out like a small balloon and fills with blood. It is also called an intracranial aneurysm…

A cerebral angiogram may be done on an outpatient basis or as part of your stay in a hospital. Procedures may vary depending on your condition and your healthcare provider’s practices. You will be asked to remove any…

What is cerebral palsy in children? Cerebral palsy (CP) is a brain (neurological) disorder that causes problems with normal motor function. It’s a lifelong condition that affects how the brain and muscles communicate. CP affects body movement, muscle control, coordination, reflexes,…

What is cerebral venous sinus thrombosis? Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) occurs when a blood clot forms in the brain’s venous sinuses. The clot keeps blood from draining out of the brain. As a result, pressure builds up in the blood…

Does this test have other names? CP  What is this test? This test is used to measure how much of a copper-containing protein is in your blood. This test is used to diagnose problems related to copper, such as Wilson…