Conditions & Treatments

What is cancer? Cancer is not just one disease. Rather, it’s a group of diseases, all of which cause cells in the body to change and grow out of control. Cancers are classified by the kind of fluid or tissue from which they come from. ...

Cancer predisposition syndrome, also called inherited cancer predisposition, hereditary cancer predisposition, or family cancer predisposition is a genetic mutation that increases the chances of developing cancer at an earlier age compared to the risk for the general population. ...

Candidiasis is an infection caused by yeast called Candida. Candida normally causes no harm, but in some cases, it can overgrow. This can cause a rash, itching, and other symptoms. ...

Carbon monoxide poisoning is an illness that occurs from breathing in carbon monoxide (CO) gas. It is a medical emergency and needs treatment right away. ...

The Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Program at the St. Louis Children’s and Washington University Heart Center offers a multidisciplinary team approach to evaluating and treating infants and children with heart disease, to ensure they reach their highest potential. ...

What is cardiomyopathy? Cardiomyopathy is disease of the heart muscle that reduces the heart's ability to pump blood effectively. Different kinds of cardiomyopathy cause the heart muscle to enlarge, thicken, or become stiff. Cardiomyopathy can be due to a number of causes, including viral infections ...

Carpal coalition is when two wrist bones are joined together improperly, restricting movement and rotation. ...

Cat scratch disease is a bacterial infection carried in cat saliva. It is passed from a cat bite or scratch to a human. It can also result from a fleabite, but cats are the main source. ...

Cataracts keep light rays from passing through the lens and focusing on the retina. Cataracts are rare in children, but they can affect one eye (unilateral) or both eyes (bilateral). ...

Cavus foot is a condition in which the foot has an arch that is much higher than normal. As a result of this high arch, a large amount of weight is placed on the ball and heel of the foot when children walk or stand. ...