Medical Information

Cyclothymia, or cyclothymic disorder, causes mood changes – from feeling low to emotional highs. Cyclothymia is a mild form of bipolar disorder. Most people's symptoms are mild enough that they do…

Cyclospora is an infection that causes diarrhoea. It's not found in the UK, but there's a risk of getting it while travelling in some parts of the world. Check if…

Cyclical vomiting syndrome is a rare condition that causes severe episodes of feeling sick (nausea) and being sick (vomiting). Avoiding things that trigger it and taking medicines can help manage…

Most cuts and grazes can be treated at home and will start to heal in a few days. But some wounds may need to be treated by a medical professional…

Cushing's syndrome is a rare condition caused by having too much of a hormone called cortisol in your body. You're more likely to get it if you take high doses…

Crohn's disease is a long-term condition where part of your gut becomes inflamed. It cannot currently be cured, but there are treatments that can help prevent or manage the symptoms.…

Croup is a common condition that mainly affects babies' and young children's airways. It's usually mild, but it's important to call NHS 111 or see a GP if you think…

Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Although Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is very rare, the condition can be difficult to prevent. This is because most cases occur spontaneously for an unknown reason…

Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention There's no proven cure for Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD), but clinical studies are under way at the National Prion Clinic to investigate possible treatments. At present,…

Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention A diagnosis of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is usually based on medical history, symptoms and a series of tests. A neurologist (a doctor who…