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Cluster headache
These painful headaches cause severe pain on one side of the head and tend to occur in bouts called cluster periods.
Common cold in babies
This viral infection causes a runny nose and nasal congestion in babies. Find out how to ease symptoms and when to see a doctor.
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH)
In CDH, a baby's diaphragm — the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen — develops a hole called a hernia. Learn about treatment before birth.
Cradle cap
Learn about the symptoms, treatments and home care tips for this short-lived type of seborrheic dermatitis that's common in infants.
Croup
This upper airway infection makes it harder to breathe and causes a barking cough. It involves swelling around the voice box, windpipe and bronchial tubes.
Cushing syndrome
High levels of the hormone cortisol in your body cause this endocrine disorder. Learn about symptoms, causes and treatment.
Double uterus
Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this uncommon condition of the uterus. It is present at birth.
Double-outlet right ventricle
In this heart condition present at birth, two major blood vessels aren't attached to the heart in the usual positions. Learn how it's treated.
Drug allergy
Learn which drugs are more likely to cause an allergic reaction, what symptoms look like and what treatments can calm such a reaction.
Dry skin
Learn more about the causes of and self-care tips for a common flaky skin condition that tends to be temporary or seasonal but may become a lifelong problem.
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