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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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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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Popliteal artery aneurysm

Learn more about this lower extremity aneurysm that occurs in the wall of an artery located behind the knee.
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Popliteal artery entrapment syndrome

Calf pain cramping your style during a workout? Know the symptoms of popliteal artery entrapment syndrome.
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Posterior cortical atrophy

This rare neurological syndrome that's often caused by Alzheimer's disease affects vision and coordination.
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Prescription drug abuse

Using a prescription medicine in a way not intended by the prescriber can lead to drug abuse. Learn about risk factors and treatment for drug misuse.
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Primary progressive aphasia

Find out more about this type of dementia that affects the speech and language areas of the brain.
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Pseudobulbar affect

This neurological condition is characterized by laughing and crying too much for the situation.
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Psoriatic arthritis

This form of arthritis affects some people who have psoriasis — a disease that features patches of itchy skin topped with silvery scales.
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Pulmonary atresia

This life-threatening heart condition that's present at birth changes the way blood travels from the heart to the rest of the body.
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Pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum

Also called PA/IVS, this rare congenital heart defect is diagnosed at or shortly after birth. Learn the symptoms and how it's treated.
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