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Overview of Craniofacial Anomalies
What are craniofacial anomalies? Craniofacial anomalies (CFA) are a variety of deformities in the growth of the head and facial bones. Anomaly is a medical term meaning different from normal. These abnormalities are present at birth (congenital). There are numerous…
Hookworm Infection: Creeping Eruption
What is creeping eruption? Creeping eruption is a skin infection caused by hookworms. It is also called sandworm disease. Creeping eruption causes severe itching, blisters, and a red growing, winding rash. The rash can grow about 1/2 to 3/4 inches…
Croup in Children
What is croup in children? Croup is a common infection in children. It causes swelling in the upper part of the airway in the neck. It causes a barking cough, with or without fever. And it may cause problems with…
Cruise Ship Safety
How is sanitation on cruise ships monitored? Cruise ships are inspected by the Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) of the CDC. They do surprise inspections twice a year. Inspections focus on the water supply, the health of pools and spas, food,…
Crutch Walking
If ordered by the healthcare provider, your child will be fitted for crutches and be taught how to use them by a healthcare provider. Below are some helpful tips to get your child started. Measurement of crutches The…
Newborn Crying
What are the crying patterns of a newborn? The first cries of a newborn baby are often music to parents’ ears. But over the next weeks and months, this sound can become grating and painful. This is especially true when…
Cryofibrinogen
Does this test have other names? Cryofibrinogenemia, CF What is this test? This test looks for an abnormal protein called cryofibrinogen in your blood plasma. People who have this abnormal protein may get a disorder called cryofibrinogenemia. The disorder rarely…
Cryotherapy for Prostate Cancer
Cryotherapy may need a one-day stay in the hospital. It may also be done as an outpatient procedure. This means you go home after it’s done. The procedure may vary depending on your condition and your healthcare provider’s practices. …
Cryptosporidiosis
What is cryptosporidiosis? Cryptosporidiosis is an infection that causes diarrhea. It is sometimes called Crypto. It is caused by a parasite found in stool. You can get this infection after eating food or drinking water that is contaminated with stool.…
CT Enterography
What is computed tomography (CT) enterography? CT enterography is an imaging test that uses CT imagery and a contrast material to view the small intestine and structures within the abdomen and pelvis. The procedure allows your healthcare provider to find…
CT Scan of the Abdomen
What is a computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen? A computed tomography (CT) scan is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones,…
CT Scan of the Chest
You may have a chest CT scan as an outpatient. Or you may have it as part of your stay in a hospital. Procedures may vary based on your health problem and your hospital’s practices. You will be…