Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Colour vision
The capacity to perceive and differentiate various components of the color spectrum relies on the human ability to perceive electromagnetic radiation, characterized by a range of wavelengths spanning approximately 400 to 700 nanometers (millionths of a millimeter). Distinct wavelengths elicit nerve signals within the retina, the light-sensitive layer of cells located at the rear of…
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Collet-Sicard syndrome
Glossopharyngeal neuralgia is a condition resulting from damage to the cranial nerves responsible for controlling the muscles in the tongue and throat. It commonly occurs due to a head injury or compression of the nerves caused by a tumor. This syndrome leads to paralysis of the muscles on one side of the tongue, palate, throat,…
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Uterine colic
Intense abdominal cramps commonly linked to the menstrual cycle.
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Infantile colic
Bouts of restlessness and heightened wailing in typically robust infants. The ailment is believed to arise from contractions in the bowels. An infant afflicted with colic exhibits relentless crying or shrieking, curls up the legs towards the abdomen, and may display facial redness along with occasional flatulence. The baby remains unresponsive to customary soothing techniques…
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Cold abscess
A cold abscess is an abscess that develops as a result of an infection with the tuberculosis bacterium. Unlike typical abscesses, a cold abscess does not typically exhibit signs of redness and heat, which accounts for its name.
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Coffin–Siris syndrome
This autosomal genetic disorder is characterized by the absence or underdevelopment of the distal parts of the little finger and little toe. Additional features may include hirsutism (excessive hair growth), hypotonia (reduced muscle tone) and joint laxity, as well as learning difficulties.
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Co-beneldopa
A medication comprising the combination of benserazide and levodopa, co-beneldopa is employed in the management of Parkinson’s disease.
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Cobb syndrome
A highly uncommon condition characterized by the coexistence of spinal cord angiomas, which are noncancerous growths of blood or lymph vessels, along with arteriovenous malformations, which denote abnormal connections between arteries and veins, on the skin above. This disorder is congenital, meaning it is present from birth, but it is exceedingly rare for it to…
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Co-amoxiclav
An antibiotic medication belonging to the penicillin family, which combines the properties of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. This particular formulation possesses enhanced antibiotic efficacy compared to amoxicillin alone, making it effective against bacterial infections caused by strains resistant to amoxicillin.
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Co-amilofruse
A composite formulation that encompasses the diuretic medications amiloride and furosemide (frusemide).
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