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  1. Cystic fibrosis (CF)

    When a person has cystic fibrosis, their mucus glands secrete very thick sticky mucus that clogs the tiny air passages in the lungs and traps bacteria.

  2. Cystitis

    Cystitis is the most common urinary tract infection in women.

  3. Cysts

    Cysts may be as small as a blister or large enough to hold litres of fluid.

  4. Cysts - ganglion cysts

    A ganglion cyst is the most common lump on the hand, and tends to target women between the ages of 20 and 40 years of age.

  5. Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

    If an unborn baby gets CMV from their mother, it can cause hearing loss and intellectual disability.

  6. Dandruff and itching scalp

    Itching scalp can be caused by a number of conditions, including dandruff, seborrhoeic dermatitis and psoriasis.

  7. Day surgery

    Day surgery, also known as same-day surgery, is performed when a patient can be safely discharged from hospital on the same day they are admitted.

  8. Deafness - a range of causes

    Deafness is caused by many different events including injury, disease and genetic defects.

  9. Deep vein thrombosis

    Long international flights are suspected of contributing to deep vein thrombosis in susceptible people.

  10. Dementia - activities and exercise

    Participating in suitable activities can help a person with dementia to achieve purpose and pleasure.