- C. difficile (C.diff)
- C. difficile (C.diff) is a type of bacteria that lives in the gut. While some people can be infected and have no symptoms, others can develop C.difficile-associated disease (CDAD), a condition characterized by severe and potentially-life threatening diarrhea. Hospitalized patients who've received antibiotics are at particularly high risk.
- Cardiovascular disease
- Cardiovascular disease refers to diseases of the heart and blood vessel system throughout the body. Over time, the arteries that bring blood to the heart and brain can become blocked from a buildup of cells, fat, and cholesterol. Reduced blood flow to the heart from blockages in the arteries causes heart attacks. Lack of blood flow to the brain, or bleeding in the brain from a broken blood vessel, can cause a stroke.
- Cholesterol
- Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance found in all parts of the body that’s made by the liver and also obtained from animal products in the diet. Foods of plant origin contain no cholesterol. A blood test is performed to measure the different types of cholesterol in your blood and evaluate your risk for heart disease. LDL is referred to as "bad" cholesterol, because elevated levels of LDL correlate most directly with coronary heart disease. HDL is referred to as "good" cholesterol since it helps rid the blood of excess cholesterol.
- Chronic
- Chronic refers to symptoms that continue for extended periods, which may require ongoing treatment and management.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a chronic disease with shortness of breath, cough and excess production of phlegm most commonly caused by either or a combination of chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
- Corticosteroids
- Corticosteroids are medications that suppress the immune system and symptoms of inflammation, such as the medications used to treat or to prevent asthma episodes by reducing swelling in the airways.
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