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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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Pulmonary atresia with ventricular septal defect

This congenital heart defect affects the valve between the heart and lungs and includes a hole in the heart. Learn the symptoms and how it's treated.
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Reactive arthritis

This joint pain is triggered by an infection in another part of the body — often the intestines, genitals or urinary tract.
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Reactive attachment disorder

Reactive attachment disorder is when an infant or young child doesn't establish healthy attachments with parents or caregivers due to neglect.
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Renal artery stenosis

Learn about what happens when the arteries leading to the kidneys narrow, as well as treatments for this condition.
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Rheumatoid arthritis

This ongoing condition can affect more than just the joints. It also can damage skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels.

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