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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition in which abnormalities in kidney function or structure persist for 3 months or longer. In the early stages there are often no particular symptoms, so the disease may go unnoticed and be discovered only after it has progressed considerably. People who have diabetes or high blood pressure, or who have a family history of kidney disease, need regular testing. If a health checkup reveals a kidney abnormality, please consult a medical specialist to confirm it.2026-06-26
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disease in which the airways (the passages through which air travels) gradually narrow, making breathing difficult. The leading cause is smoking. Airways that have narrowed are mostly not restored, so early detection and smoking cessation are especially important. If cough, sputum, or shortness of breath persists, please consult a pulmonology and allergy specialist.2026-06-26
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Chronic Osteomyelitis
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Chronic osteomyelitis is a condition in which bone is infected by bacteria and inflammation persists for a long time. It most often occurs after an open fracture (a fracture in which the bone is exposed to the outside). It is difficult to treat and often recurs, so care at a specialized medical institution is important.2026-06-26
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Chronic Renal Failure
#kidney transplantation, #chronic renal failure, #kidney, #end-stage renal disease, #hemodialysis, #immunosuppressants
The kidneys are important organs that filter waste products from the body and remove them in the urine. When a chronic disease has damaged the kidneys completely, a new kidney may need to be transplanted to sustain life. Lifelong careful management is needed even after transplantation, so please do not rely on this Health Encyclopedia alone; receive proper management through consultation with a transplant specialist.2026-06-26
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Cold and Hot Compresses
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Compresses are often used to relieve pain and loosen stiff joints. However, hot or cold compresses must be chosen appropriately depending on when the injury occurred and the person's condition, so it is safer to follow a medical specialist's diagnosis than to decide on your own.2026-06-26
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Cold Urticaria
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Cold urticaria is a condition in which hives develop upon exposure to cold air, cold water, or ice. In severe cases, dangerous symptoms such as difficulty breathing can occur, so please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Colon Polyps
#Colon polyp, #Adenoma, #Colorectal cancer, #Colonoscopy, #Polypectomy, #Bloody stool, #Colorectal cancer prevention, #Stomach pain, #My stomach hurts, #Stomachache, #Abdominal pain, #Low energy, #Fatigue, #Feeling tired all the time, #Can't have a bowel movement, #Difficulty passing stool, #Hard stool, #Blood in stool, #Blood in bowel movements, #Bright red stool
A colon polyp is a benign growth that forms in the colon. Most cause no symptoms and are found incidentally during a colonoscopy. Because some polyps can develop into colorectal cancer, the standard practice is to remove them when they are found. If you are age 40 or older, please have regular colonoscopy screenings.2026-06-26
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Colorectal Cancer
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Colorectal cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the colon or rectum. It often causes no symptoms in its early stages, which makes regular colonoscopy screening important. A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle habits can help with prevention.2026-06-26
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Comparing the Common Cold, Influenza (Flu), and COVID-19
#common cold, #flu, #COVID-19, #influenza, #respiratory infection, #comparison, #mask, #handwashing, #sore throat, #scratchy throat, #pain when swallowing, #feeling feverish, #body heat, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #body shaking, #feeling cold and shivering, #cold sensation, #dry cough, #persistent minor cough, #cough that will not stop, #stuffy nose, #clear runny nose, #yellow runny nose, #hand tremor, #body tremor
The common cold, influenza (flu), and COVID-19 are all respiratory infectious diseases caused by viruses, but the causative viruses and symptoms differ. It is often difficult to tell the three apart from symptoms alone, so if you have any abnormal symptoms, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Constipation
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Constipation is a condition in which bowel movements are difficult or less frequent. Adequate fluid intake, high-fiber foods, and regular exercise are the basic ways to manage it. If symptoms persist or are severe, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Coronary Artery Disease (Angina and Myocardial Infarction)
#coronary artery disease, #angina, #myocardial infarction, #coronary angiography, #stent, #chest pain, #heart, #collapsing, #loss of consciousness, #passing out, #breathlessness, #difficulty breathing, #labored breathing, #feeling of suffocation, #indigestion, #bloating, #poor digestion, #anxious feeling in the chest, #restlessness, #worrying for no reason
Coronary artery disease is a condition that occurs when the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart, become narrowed or blocked. Angina and myocardial infarction are the main types, and myocardial infarction is an emergency that needs prompt treatment. If you have symptoms such as chest pain, seek immediate medical attention.2026-06-26
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Costochondritis
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Costochondritis is a condition in which the cartilage that connects the ribs to the breastbone (sternum) becomes inflamed. Chest pain is the main symptom, and because the symptoms can resemble those of pneumothorax or heart disease, an accurate diagnosis is important. If chest pain persists, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Croup
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Croup is an emergency condition in which a child suddenly has difficulty breathing. Symptoms typically worsen at night and can become life-threatening, so prompt evaluation by a pediatric specialist or emergency care is needed.2026-06-26