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Medical Condition (2,131) | Medical Knowledge Base

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Medical Condition

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Petechiae

Medical Condition

Petechiae (say "pet-TEA-key-eye") are tiny, flat red or purple spots in the skin or the lining of the mouth caused by abnormal bleeding from small blood vessels that have broken close to the skin or the surface of a mucous membrane. Petechiae may spread over a large area of the body within a few hours....

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Peter Anderson, MD, FRCSC - Pediatric Urology

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Dr. Peter Anderson reviews medical content for Healthwise, a nonprofit organization with a mission to help people make better health decisions. Dr. Anderson is a Professor of Urology and past Director of the Residency Training Program at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He is on the medical staff at the IWK...

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Peter J. Kahrilas, MD - Gastroenterology

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Dr. Peter J. Kahrilas reviews medical content for Healthwise, a nonprofit organization with a mission to help people make better health decisions. Dr. Kahrilas is a specialist in esophageal disease. He is involved in research on the mechanics of swallowing, the motor activity of the upper esophagus, and the...

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Peter Monti, PhD - Alcohol and Addiction

Medical Condition

Dr. Peter Monti reviews medical content for Healthwise, a nonprofit organization with a mission to help people make better health decisions. Dr. Monti is a Professor of Medical Sciences and Director of the Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. A recognized leader in...

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Peter Shalit, MD, PhD - Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases

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Dr. Peter Shalit reviews medical content for Healthwise, a nonprofit organization with a mission to help people make better health decisions. Dr. Shalit is an internist who specializes in HIV care. Since 1990, he has been in private practice in Seattle, Washington, caring for several hundred patients infected with HIV...

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Peyronie's Disease

Medical Condition

What is Peyronie's disease? Peyronie's disease is an abnormal curvature of the penis caused by scar tissue in the erectile tissue. Because the scar tissue prevents straightening of the penis, the curvature is most obvious during an erection. The curvature may be so severe that it prevents penetration during intercourse...

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Phenylketonuria (PKU)

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What is phenylketonuria (PKU)? Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare genetic disorder in which the body cannot break down an amino acid called phenylalanine (say "fehn-uhl-AL-uh-neen"), which is a part of protein. This substance is found in breast milk, many types of baby formula, and most foods, especially those with a lot...

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Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]

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Pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma are rare tumors that come from the same type of tissue. Paragangliomas form in nerve tissue in the adrenal glands and near certain blood vessels and nerves. Paragangliomas that form in the adrenal glands are called pheochromocytomas. Paragangliomas that form outside the adrenal glands...

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Phimosis

Medical Condition

Phimosis is a tightening of the foreskin that normally folds over the penis. This tightening makes it difficult to pull the foreskin over the tip of the penis. Some males are born with foreskin tightness. This type of phimosis usually gets better on its own during the first few years of life. Another type of...

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Phlebotomy for Too Much Iron

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Phlebotomy is a procedure that removes blood from the body. Regular phlebotomy treats people who have too much iron in their blood, such as with hemochromatosis, or who are producing too many red blood cells, such as with polycythemia. Removing blood regularly decreases iron levels in the body by reducing the number of...

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Phobias

Medical Condition

What is a phobia? Having a phobia means you are extremely afraid of a specific object, situation, or activity. Having a phobia about something is very different from everyday worry or stress. For example, most people feel worry and stress at some time, such as when speaking in front of a large group of people....

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Phosphorus (Phosphate)

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Phosphorus is a mineral the body needs to function and for the cells to work well. Phosphorous is found in all parts of the body and is stored with calcium in the bones. Some of the phosphorus in the body exists as a charged particle (ion) called phosphate. People who do not have enough phosphorus...

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Photodynamic Therapy for Age-Related Macular Degeneration

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Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD). It is not used to treat dry AMD. Photodynamic therapy may be recommended if you can't have injections of medicines to treat your AMD or if these injections don't work. 1 In photodynamic therapy, a light-sensitive medicine...

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Phototherapy for Jaundice

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For phototherapy at the hospital, a light box and/or fiber-optic blanket directs special light onto the jaundiced baby. The baby lies in a bassinet or an enclosed crib (incubator) while light is absorbed into the skin. The light changes bilirubin into a form that the baby can more easily get rid of in his or...

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Phototherapy for Psoriasis

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Phototherapy is the use of ultraviolet (UV) light to slow the rapid growth of new skin cells. This is helpful in treating psoriasis, which causes skin cells to grow too rapidly. There are two types of ultraviolet (UV) light therapy: Ultraviolet B (UVB) Exposure times start at 30 to 60 seconds when therapy begins. You...

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Physical Abuse

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Violence can happen to anyone—males or females, children, teens, adults, older adults, or people with disabilities. You are not to blame. No matter what happened, violence is not okay. Violent people usually have many problems that they find hard to deal with, which can cause them to act out with violence. Physical...

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Physical Activity Helps Prevent a Heart Attack and Stroke

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Physical activity is one of the best things you can do to help prevent a heart attack and stroke. Being active is one part of a heart-healthy lifestyle. Eating healthy foods, not smoking, and staying at a healthy weight are other ways you can be heart-healthy and help prevent a heart attack or a stroke....

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Physical Activity for Weight Loss

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Physical activity increases the amount of energy (calories) you burn. Most weight-loss programs incorporate an exercise program—such as jogging or biking. And you can also use more energy by changing some of your routine activities, such as washing your car yourself instead of going to a car wash. Choosing social...

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Physical Development, Ages 15 to 18 Years

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By age 15, most girls have had their first menstrual period and have completed the rapid growth spurt that usually occurs during puberty. After the first period, teenage girls grow 1.5 in. (3.8 cm) to 3 in. (7.6 cm) on average. Other early changes of puberty, such as the growth of pubic hair and breasts,...

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Physical Rehabilitation for ACL Injuries

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Your doctor or physical therapist will design a physical rehabilitation (rehab) program for you that takes into consideration your normal level of activity, physical fitness, and extent of your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. A rehab program should include: Flexibility exercises. Strengthening exercises...

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Physical Signs of Alcohol Use Disorder

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The physical signs of alcohol use disorder can be vague in the early stages of the disease. Some early symptoms include: Blackouts, which cause you to not remember what happened when you were drinking. Blackouts are not the same as passing out. Passing out occurs when you lose consciousness. You don't pass out when you...

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Physical Therapist (PT)

Medical Condition

Physical therapists are health professionals who evaluate physical problems and injuries, then provide education and treatment to promote health and physical function. Physical therapists also develop programs that include exercise and stretching to increase fitness and prevent injury. A physical therapist provides...

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Physical Therapy for Temporomandibular Disorders

Medical Condition

A physical therapist can develop a program for you that includes learning and practicing techniques for regaining normal jaw movement. The focus of physical therapy for temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) is relaxation, stretching, and releasing tight muscles and scar tissue. Physical therapy is an especially important...

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Picogram (pg)

Medical Condition

Some medical tests report results in picograms (pg). A picogram is one-trillionth of a gram. A gram is about 1/30 of an ounce.

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Pityriasis Alba

Medical Condition

What is pityriasis alba? Pityriasis alba (say "pih-tih-RY-uh-sus AL-buh") is a common skin problem that causes round or oval patches of skin that look lighter than the rest of the skin. The patches may look pink or slightly scaly at first. How the patches look may bother you, but they aren't harmful. Over time, the...

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Pityriasis Rosea

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What is pityriasis rosea? Pityriasis rosea (say "pih-tih-RY-uh-sus ROH-zee-uh") is a common skin problem that causes a rash. Although it can occur at any age, it is seen most often in those between the ages of 10 and 35. Pityriasis rosea is usually harmless. What causes pityriasis rosea? Experts aren't sure what causes...

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Placebo Effect

Medical Condition

A placebo effect is an improvement in the symptoms of a disease or condition when a person is treated with a drug or other treatment that he or she expects to work, even though the treatment may not have been proved effective. When a drug or treatment seems to work for some people but has...

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Placebo and Sham Treatment

Medical Condition

Placebo and sham treatment are methods used in medical trials to help researchers determine the effectiveness of a drug or treatment. Placebos are inactive substances used to compare results with active substances. And in sham treatments, the doctor goes through the motions without actually performing the treatment. A...

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Placenta Percreta

Medical Condition

Placenta percreta is the abnormal growth of the placenta, which provides life support to the growing fetus, through the uterine wall and sometimes into the bladder or rectum.

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Placenta Previa

Medical Condition

Placenta previa is a placenta that covers all or part of the cervix. During labor and delivery, placenta previa can cause severe bleeding. It can be dangerous for both mother and baby. A cesarean delivery (C-section) is often done to reduce the risk of bleeding.

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Plantar Fascia Release

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Discusses open surgery and endoscopic surgery to help relieve foot and heel pain from plantar fasciitis. Describes how it is done and what to expect after surgery. Covers how well it works and the risks.

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Plantar Fascia: Bottom View

Medical Condition

The plantar fascia is a ligament attached to the heel bone (calcaneus) that divides and fans out to attach at the base of the toes.

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Plantar Fasciitis

Medical Condition

Plantar fasciitis (say "PLAN-ter fash-ee-EYE-tus") is pain in your heel or the bottom of your foot. It happens when the flat band of tissue (ligament) that supports the arch of your foot is inflamed or irritated. Plantar fasciitis is common in middle-aged people. It also occurs in younger people who are on their feet a...

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Plantar Fasciitis: Resuming Your Training

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Plantar fasciitis in athletes is often the result of overtraining. You will need to reduce your level of activity. Or you will need to switch to another type of activity that puts less stress on your feet. This, combined with stretching, anti-inflammatory drugs, and making sure that you have good-quality shoes, will...

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Plantar Fasciitis: Should I Have Surgery for Heel Pain?

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Guides through the decision to have surgery for plantar fasciitis to relieve foot and heel pain. Covers alternative treatments, including stretching exercises and orthotics. Discusses risks. Includes interactive tool to help you make your decision.

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Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]

Medical Condition

Plasma cell neoplasms are diseases in which the body makes too many plasma cells. Plasma cells develop from B lymphocytes (B cells), a type of white blood cell that is made in the bone marrow. Normally, when bacteria or viruses enter the body, some of the B cells will change into plasma cells. The plasma...

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Playground Safety

Medical Condition

Playgrounds may have hazards that can cause injury. Following some basic safety measures can help your child have fun and play safely. General checks Make sure there is a soft surface under play equipment, such as sand, wood chips, or rubber matting. Check the surface temperature of play equipment if it is warm outside...

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Pleura of the Lungs

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The pleura includes two thin layers of tissue that protect and cushion the lungs. The inner layer (visceral pleura) wraps around the lungs and is stuck so tightly to the lungs that it cannot be peeled off. The outer layer (parietal pleura) lines the inside of the chest wall. The very thin space between the...

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Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13): What You Need to Know

Medical Condition

Vaccination can protect both children and adults from pneumococcal disease. Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria that can spread from person to person through close contact. It can cause ear infections, and it can also lead to more serious infections of the:Lungs (pneumonia). Blood (bacteremia). Covering of the…

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Pneumocystis Pneumonia and AIDS

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Pneumocystis is a fungus that can sometimes cause pneumonia in people who have AIDS. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. Pneumonia can make it hard to breathe and to get enough oxygen into the bloodstream. Symptoms often begin suddenly and may be similar to those of an upper respiratory infection, such as influenza...

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Pneumonia: Self-Care

Medical Condition

Learn what you can do at home to help yourself get better from pneumonia.

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Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac

Medical Condition

Discusses rash (also called contact dermatitis) caused by touching poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. Covers risks. Offers home treatment and prevention tips. Covers medicines to relieve symptoms.

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Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac: What to Do First

Medical Condition

Learn how to wash so you won't spread the rash.

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Poisoning

Medical Condition

A poison is a substance that has toxic effects and may injure you or make you sick if you are exposed to it. Poisons can be found everywhere, from simple household cleaners to cosmetics to houseplants to industrial chemicals. Even medicines that are taken in the wrong dose, at the wrong time, or by the...

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Polyarticular Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (Polyarthritis)

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Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), also known as polyarthritis, affects 5 or more joints during the first 6 months of symptoms. This type of JIA is more severe than oligoarticular JIA, because it affects more joints and tends to get worse over time. Polyarticular JIA often begins in large joints, such as...

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Polymyalgia Rheumatica

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Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a condition that causes inflammation of the joints. This causes pain and stiffness, most often in the neck, shoulders, or hips. The cause is unknown. PMR is treated with steroid medicines, which reduce inflammation. Some people who have PMR also have giant cell arteritis. This is another...

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Polyp

Medical Condition

Polyps can grow on the inner surface of the nose or throat or in organs such as the large intestine (colon) or uterus. Most polyps are benign (not cancerous). But some polyps, such as those in the colon, can become cancerous over time.

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Portal Hypertension

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Portal hypertension is high blood pressure in the veins that filter blood from the intestines through the liver (portal system of the liver). It may cause complications such as fluid buildup in the abdominal cavity (ascites) or enlarged veins (varices) in the esophagus or stomach. Cirrhosis is a process that destroys...

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Positive Thinking: Susan's Story

Medical Condition

Learn how one working mom trained herself to stop negative thoughts.

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Positron Emission Tomography (PET)

Medical Condition

Positron emission tomography (PET) is a test that uses a special type of camera and a tracer (radioactive substance) to look at organs in the body. The tracer usually is a special form of a substance (such as glucose) that collects in cells that are using a lot of energy, such as cancer cells. During...

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