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- 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.
- Cystitis
Cystitis is the most common urinary tract infection in women.
- Cysts
Cysts may be as small as a blister or large enough to hold litres of fluid.
- 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.
- Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
If an unborn baby gets CMV from their mother, it can cause hearing loss and intellectual disability.
- Dandruff and itching scalp
Itching scalp can be caused by a number of conditions, including dandruff, seborrhoeic dermatitis and psoriasis.
- 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.
- Deafness - a range of causes
Deafness is caused by many different events including injury, disease and genetic defects.
- Deep vein thrombosis
Long international flights are suspected of contributing to deep vein thrombosis in susceptible people.
- Dementia - activities and exercise
Participating in suitable activities can help a person with dementia to achieve purpose and pleasure.