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  • Candidiasis

    (KAN-dih-DY-uh-sis)

    A condition in which Candida albicans, a type of yeast, grows out of control in moist skin areas of the body. It is usually a result of a weakened immune system, but can be a side effect of chemotherapy or treatment with antibiotics. Candidiasis usually affects the mouth (oral candidiasis); however, rarely, it spreads throughout the entire body. Also called candidosis and thrush.

  • Capillaries

    The smallest type of blood vessel. A capillary connects an arteriole (small artery) to a venule (small vein) to form a network of blood vessels in almost all parts of the body. The wall of a capillary is thin and leaky, and capillaries are involved in the exchange of fluids and gases between tissues and the blood.

  • Carcinogen

    (kar-SIH-noh-jin)

    Any substance that causes cancer.

  • Cardiac

    (KAR-dee-ak)

    Having to do with the heart.

  • Cardiologist

    (KAR-dee-AH-loh-jist)

    A doctor who has special training to diagnose and treat diseases of the heart and blood vessels.

  • Cardiopulmonary

    (KAR-dee-oh-PUL-muh-NAYR-ee)

    Having to do with the heart and lung.

  • Caregiver

    (KAYR-gih-ver)

    A person who gives care to people who need help taking care of themselves. Examples include children, the elderly, or patients who have chronic illnesses or are disabled. Caregivers may be health professionals, family members, friends, social workers, or members of the clergy. They may give care at home or in a hospital or other health care setting.

  • Case management nurse

    (... MA-nij-ment ...)

    A registered nurse who has special training in how to plan, manage, and evaluate all aspects of patient care, especially for patients who get treatment over a long time. Also called nurse case manager.

  • Case manager

    A registered nurse who has special training in how to plan, manage, and evaluate all aspects of patient care, especially for patients who get treatment over a long time. Also called nurse case manager.

  • Case report

    (kays reh-PORT)

    A detailed report of the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of an individual patient. Case reports also contain some demographic information about the patient (for example, age, gender, ethnic origin).