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  • A to Z: Phimosis

    Learn about phimosis, a condition that affects the penis and foreskin in uncircumcised males.

  • A to Z: Pilonidal Cyst

    Learn more about skin infections, cysts, and abscesses.

  • A to Z: Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)

    Pinkeye (conjunctivitis) is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the tissue covering the white part of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelid.

  • A to Z: Pituitary Dwarfism

    Pituitary dwarfism is a condition in which the pituitary gland does not make enough growth hormone, resulting in a child’s slow growth pattern and unusually small stature.

  • A to Z: Pityriasis Rosea

    Learn about rashes and other conditions that affect the skin.

  • A to Z: Pneumonia, Bacterial

    Bacterial pneumonia is a lung infection caused by bacteria (such as staph or strep).

  • A to Z: Pneumonia, Mycoplasma

    Mycoplasma pneumonia, also called walking pneumonia or atypical pneumonia, is a mild lung infection caused by bacteria.

  • A to Z: Pneumonia, Viral

    Learn about viral pneumonia, a lung infection caused by a virus.

  • A to Z: Pneumonitis

    In this illness, something a person inhales can cause irritation and swelling in the lungs. Learn more here.

  • A to Z: Polyarteritis Nodosa

    Learn about polyarteritis nodosa (PAN), a rare disease causing inflammation of the blood vessels.