Chlamydia / Chlamydia Trachomatis

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. It is a very common cause of genital infection acquired during oral, vaginal, or anal, sexual contact with an infected partner.

Stave off the infection by keeping yourself updated on healthy sexual practices. For additional information, Medindia’s support group is the place to be.

Cholera

Cholera is an diarrheal illness caused by infection with the Vibrio cholerae bacteria. The bacteria spreads through contaminated food and water. Cholera can lead to watery stools and vomiting and can quickly dehydrate a person and be fatal if it is not treated.

Join our online group on cholera to ask questions about this disease to experts and learn more.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Chronic fatigue disorder, or the ‘yuppie flu’ is a disorder characterized by extreme fatigue, not resolved by bed rest. The condition can be aggravated by mental or physical activity. Persons suffering from CFS exhibit a substantially lower level of functionality when compared to their counterparts.

Triggered by modern lifestyles that make constant demands on our time and energy, the chronic fatigue syndrome has become more common in recent times. Guard yourself and stay energized. Learn how at this support group.

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is a kind of leukemia characterized by an uncontrolled growth of the lymphocytes – white blood cells. The cancerous lymphocytes crowd out the normal, disease-fighting white blood cells.

Ask questions and learn more by joining our online support group for chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

Chronic Myeloid Leukemia / Chronic Myelocytic Leukemia

Chronic myeloid leukemia is a kind of cancer which causes an uncontrolled growth of the myeloid cells in the bone marrow and their crowding in blood. This kind of leukemia is called ‘chronic’ because it progresses slowly, and there are few early symptoms. But if the disease is caught early and appropriate treatment started, the prognosis is good.

Learn more by joining our online group on chronic myeloid leukemia.

Chronic Renal Failure

When the kidney is no longer able to clean toxins & waste product from blood, chronic renal failure occurs. It is the, otherwise, the gradual and progressive loss of the ability of the kidneys to function normally. The change is irreversible, and often, life-threatening.

Learn more on chronic renal failure and its implication, and network with doctors at Medindia’s support group on the subject.

Circadian Rhythm and Sleep Disorders

Circadian rhythm is a person’s natural sleep-wake cycle over 24 hours. A circadian rhythm sleep disorder happens when a person’s natural rhythm is out of sync with his social or work demands, and he is alert or sleepy at inappropriate times. But a person with a circadian rhythm sleep disorder has sleep of a normal quality and time once he does fall asleep.

Learn more about circadian rhythms and sleep disorders by joining this online group.

Cleidocranial Dysplasia / Rubber Man / Marie-Sainton disease / Mutational Dysostosis

Cleidocranial Dysplasia, also called the Marie-Sainton disease or Mutational Dysostosis, is a congenital hereditary disorder when the collar bones (cleido) and the bones of the head (cranial) fail to develop normally. People with cleidocranial dysplasia are sometimes called rubber men because of they have loose joints and are sometimes able to touch their shoulders together in front of the body.

This cleidocranial dysplasia support group will let you get in touch with other people who have loved ones with the condition, and contact doctors and therapists also.

Club Foot / Talipes / Talipes Equinovarus

Club foot or talipes, or talipes equinovarus is a congenital abnormality of the foot in which the foot is turned inward, and sometimes the ankle is turned down where the sole of the foot should be. The condition is not painful, but can cause difficulty in walking and discomfort as the child grows.

Join this online support group for people with club feet and their families and doctors to meet others who have coped with this condition and who can help you.

Cold Sores/ Fever Blisters / Recurrent Herpes Labialis

Cold sores are tiny and painful blisters filled with fluid. Triggered by a virus, they generally appear around the lips, nose or mouth. They are also known as fever blisters.

Want to learn how to manage cold sores? Or better, how to avoid them? Pick up easy tips and medical advice on cold sores at this support group.