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Colds and Flu

Links to information on colds and flu. Covers at-home treatment for cold and flu symptoms, the flu vaccine, prevention of colds and flu, and medicines for the flu.

colesevelam

Colesevelam lowers "bad" cholesterol in the blood, which is also called LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol. Lowering your LDL cholesterol may reduce your risk of hardened arteries, which can lead to heart attacks, stroke, and circulation problems. Colesevelam is used to treat high cholesterol in adults...

colestipol

Colestipol is a cholesterol-lowering drug. Colestipol lowers "bad" cholesterol in the blood, which is also called LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol. Lowering your LDL cholesterol may reduce your risk of hardened arteries, which can lead to heart attacks, stroke, and circulation problems. Lowering high...

Colic

Colic

What is colic? All babies cry, but sometimes a baby will cry for hours at a time, no matter what you do. This extreme type of crying in a baby between 3 weeks and 3 months of age is called colic. Although it is upsetting for parents and caregivers, colic is normal for some babies. Doctors usually diagnose colic...

Colic Diary

A diary for colic shows the baby's daily activities and the amount of time spent in each one. The diary should include: Crying and fussing periods. Who was present when the baby was crying? What comfort measures were used? Was the baby being held when the crying began? Sleeping periods. Was the...

Colic: Harmful Treatments

colistimethate

Colistimethate is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. Colistimethate is used to treat infections caused by bacteria. Colistimethate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

colistin, hydrocortisone, neomycin, and thonzonium (otic)

Colistin and neomycin are antibiotics that fight bacteria. Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. Thonzonium is a wetting agent. Colistin, hydrocortisone, neomycin, and thonzonium otic (for the ears) is a combination medicine used to treat outer ear...

Collagen

collagenase clostridium histolyticum

Collagenase clostridium histolyticum is made from a mixture of proteins derived from a certain bacteria. Collagenase clostridium histolyticum is used to treat Dupuytren's contracture in adults. This condition causes an abnormal thickening of the tissue in the palm of the hand. This condition may get worse over time...

collagenase topical

Collagenase is an enzyme that breaks down collagen in damaged tissues within the skin and helps the body generate new healthy tissue. Collagen is a type of protein that connects and supports fibers in body tissues such as skin, tendons, muscles, and bone. Collagenase topical (for the skin) is applied to severe burns or...

Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)

Briefly discusses causes and symptoms of a collapsed lung (also called pneumothorax). Covers how it is diagnosed and treated. Links to info on COPD, asthma, cystic fibrosis, and pneumonia.

Collarbone (Clavicle)

Colon and rectal surgeon

Colon Cancer Genetic Testing

Discusses blood test that can tell you if you carry rare changed genes that can cause colon cancer, also called colorectal cancer. Covers familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). Looks at colonoscopy screening. Discusses risks. Includes genetic counseling.

Colon Cancer Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]

Cancer of the colon is a highly treatable and often curable disease when localized to the bowel. Surgery is the primary form of treatment and results in cure in approximately 50% of the patients. Recurrence following surgery is a major problem and is often the ultimate cause of death. Incidence and Mortality Estimated...

Colon Cancer Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]

Colon cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the colon. The colon is part of the body's digestive system. The digestive system removes and processes nutrients (vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and water) from foods and helps pass waste material out of the...

Colon Polyps

Colon Polyps

Discusses colon polyps. Covers causes and symptoms. Covers screening tests such as fecal occult blood test (FOBT) and colonoscopy. Looks at treatments.

Colon Polyps

Colon polyps

Colon surgery

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy

Describes colonoscopy, a screening test that examines the lining of the large intestine. Explains that the test is done to look for polyps in the colon or rectum and to check for colorectal cancer. Discusses preparing for the test and how it is done.

Colonoscopy: Anatomy of the Colon

Color Blindness

What is color blindness? Color blindness means that you have trouble seeing red, green, or blue or a mix of these colors. It's rare that a person sees no color at all. Color blindness is also called a color vision problem. A color vision problem can change your life. It may make it harder to learn and read, and you...

Color blindness

Color Changes in Nails

Color changes occur in nails for many reasons. A black nail may be caused by an injury. Bleeding or bruising under an injured nail will cause a black or purplish appearance. You may need to have the blood drained from under the nail. The black appearance will most often go away as the injury heals, but this may...

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