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Carcinoid tumors

Learn about these slow-growing cancers that usually begin in the digestive system or in the lungs. Treatments include peptide receptor radionuclide therapy.
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Carcinoma of unknown primary

In this type of cancer, healthcare professionals aren't sure where the cancer began. Treatments include chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy.
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Cardiogenic shock

Most often the result of a severe heart attack, this rare condition can be deadly if not treated immediately.
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Cardiomyopathy

This disease of the heart muscle makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body. Learn the different types and how they're treated.
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Carotid artery disease

Learn about this condition that can lead to a stroke, how it's treated and ways to prevent it.
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Carpal tunnel syndrome

Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of this common nerve condition affecting the hand and arm.
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Castleman disease

This rare disorder involves an overgrowth of cells in your body's lymph nodes. Treatment varies depending on how many lymph nodes are involved.
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Cataracts

Are things starting to look fuzzy or blurry? Find out about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for this common eye condition.
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Cavernous malformations

Understand the symptoms that may occur when blood vessels in the brain or spinal cord are tightly packed and contain slow-moving blood.
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Cavities and tooth decay

These areas in the hard surface of your teeth are tiny openings or holes due to damage from tooth decay. This can lead to pain, infection and tooth loss.
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Celiac disease

In this digestive condition, gluten in food damages the small intestine, making it hard to absorb nutrients and causing a variety of symptoms.
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Cellulite

Learn more about this common skin condition that causes dimpling of the thighs and buttocks. Treatment may result in temporary improvement.

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