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Pink eye (conjunctivitis)

This highly contagious eye condition can be itchy and uncomfortable. But much like the common cold, it rarely requires medicine or staying home.
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Pinworm infection

Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of this common type of intestinal worm infection.
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Pituitary tumors

Learn more about the symptoms, causes and treatment of growths that develop in the pituitary gland.
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Pityriasis rosea

Learn more about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this large rash common among teens and young adults.
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Placenta accreta

During pregnancy, if part of the placenta grows too far into the uterine wall, it can remain attached after childbirth, causing severe maternal blood loss.
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Placenta previa

Learn about how this pregnancy complication is diagnosed and managed to reduce risks to your baby's health and your own.
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Placental abruption

This uncommon pregnancy complication, in which the placenta separates from the wall of the uterus, can endanger both the mother and the baby.
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Plague

Learn about the symptoms, risk factors and treatment of this rare, potentially fatal disease that's usually passed on by fleas.
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Plantar fasciitis

Learn about this most common cause of stabbing heel pain.
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Plantar warts

Learn about the causes, treatment and prevention of these hard, sometimes painful growths that appear on the heel or ball of the foot.
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Pleurisy

In this condition, the tissues that line the lungs and chest cavity (pleura) become inflamed, causing sharp chest pain that worsens during breathing.
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Pneumonia

Pneumonia — Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this serious lung infection.

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