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Ovarian cysts

Many women have ovarian cysts at some time. Most are harmless, but some can cause…

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Ovarian cysts and infertility: A connection?

Some types of cysts that form in or on an ovary can lead to trouble…

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Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome

Learn about this possible complication of fertility treatments and how to recognize when you need…

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Overactive bladder

Learn how you can get relief for sudden urges to urinate, which may point to…

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Overdue pregnancy: What to do when baby's overdue

Past your due date? Understand why a pregnancy might be overdue and what's next.

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Ovulation signs: When is conception most likely?

Trying to get pregnant? Learn about symptoms of ovulation

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Ozone air purifiers: Can they improve asthma symptoms?

Ozone air purifiers don't reduce asthma symptoms. In fact, they can make asthma worse.

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Pacemaker

This cardiac pacing device is placed in the chest to help control the heartbeat. Know…

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Pacifiers: Are they good for your baby?

Is it OK to offer your baby a pacifier? Know the pros and cons.

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Paget's disease of bone

Find out about this condition that can make bones fragile and misshapen, along with the…

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Paget's disease of the breast

This rare form of breast cancer causes breast skin changes. Learn about the symptoms, causes,…

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Pain and depression: Is there a link?

Depression can cause unexplained physical symptoms, such as headaches. Chronic pain can cause problems that…

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Pain medicines after surgery

Pain medicines and anesthesia can control pain after surgery and lead to faster healing.

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Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)

Pain during sex can happen for many reasons, ranging from physical conditions to emotional concerns.…

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Painful urination (dysuria)

Learn about possible causes for pain, burning or other trouble while peeing and when to…

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Paleo diet: What is it and why is it so popular?

Is a diet based on what early humans might have eaten right for modern humans?

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Cuidados paliativos

Learn what to expect with this care approach that offers symptom relief for seriously ill…

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Pancreas transplant

Pancreas transplant offers a potential cure for people with serious complications from diabetes. Learn what…

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Pancreatic cancer

Learn about symptoms, risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy and other treatments for this serious…

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Pancreatic cysts

Most of these cysts aren't cancerous, but some types are. Find out about symptoms, causes…

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Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors

Learn about these cancers that start in the hormone-producing cells of the pancreas. Explore innovative…

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Pancreatitis

Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this digestive system condition that can happen…

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Panic attacks and panic disorder

Learn about effective treatment for sudden episodes of intense fear that trigger severe physical reactions…

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Pap smear

A Pap smear, also called a Pap test, is used for cervical cancer screening. Learn…

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Pap smear: Do I need one if I'm a virgin?

Doctors recommend regular cervical cancer screening whether you've had sex or not.

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Pap test: Can it detect ovarian cancer?

Unfortunately, there is no standard or routine screening test for ovarian cancer.

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Paraganglioma

Learn about this rare tumor that begins in nerve cells and sometimes causes high blood…

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Paraneoplastic syndromes of the nervous system

This group of conditions affects people who have cancer and occurs when parts of the…

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Parkinson's disease

There's no cure for this progressive movement disorder, but treatments can help your symptoms get…

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Parkinson's test (a-Synuclein seed amplification assay)

Learn how this test may affect how Parkinson's disease is diagnosed in the future.

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