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Occupational asthma

Dust, fumes and other substances at work can cause asthma. Find out how to recognize this common type of asthma.
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Panic attacks and panic disorder

Learn about effective treatment for sudden episodes of intense fear that trigger severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause.
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Partial anomalous pulmonary venous return

In this heart condition present at birth, some blood vessels of the lungs connect to the wrong places in the heart. Learn when treatment is needed.
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Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)

This lasting opening between the heart's two major blood vessels is a type of congenital heart defect. Know the symptoms, causes and treatment.
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Peanut allergy

Peanut allergy can be serious. Find out what you need to know to prevent a life-threatening reaction and get the latest on treatment approaches.
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Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea

This condition can cause your child's breathing to become partly or completely blocked many times during sleep. Get to know the symptoms and treatments.
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Penicillin allergy

Understand the importance of an accurate diagnosis for this type of allergy and the best practices for antibiotic treatment.
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Peripheral artery disease (PAD)

This common blood flow condition can cause leg pain when walking. Lifestyle changes and medicines can help, but sometimes surgery is needed.
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Pet allergy

Family pet making you sneeze? Find out about diagnosis, treatment and handy household tips for relieving bothersome pet allergy symptoms.
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Pilocytic astrocytoma

This slow-growing brain tumor is most common in children and teens. Find out the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment options and prognosis, plus answers to common questions.
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Pituitary tumors and adenomas

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