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Priapism

Understand the symptoms, possible causes and treatment of prolonged erection of the penis, including when…

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Primary biliary cholangitis

Primary biliary cholangitis is a type of liver disease that damages the bile ducts. Early…

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Primary immunodeficiency

Frequent infections could mean that you have an immune system disorder. The conditions in this…

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Primary lateral sclerosis (PLS)

This motor neuron disease causes nerves within the brain to slowly break down. It causes…

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Primary ovarian insufficiency

This condition, also called premature ovarian failure, happens in women under age 40. Hormone therapy…

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Primary progressive aphasia

Find out more about this type of dementia that affects the speech and language areas…

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Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC)

Scarring in the bile ducts blocks the flow of bile from the liver and damages…

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Probiotics and prebiotics: What you should know

Foods and supplements that have "good" bacteria or help them grow may help treat or…

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Proctitis

Inflammation of the rectal lining can cause pain, bleeding and diarrhea. This condition can be…

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Progeria

This genetic disorder is extremely rare and progressive. It causes children to age rapidly, beginning…

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Progressive supranuclear palsy

Learn about this brain condition that affects your ability to walk, move your eyes, talk…

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Prolactinoma

Learn how this pituitary gland tumor changes some hormone levels and can lead to health…

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Prostate biopsy

Prostate biopsy — Comprehensive overview covers why it's done and what to expect during a…

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Prostate brachytherapy

Learn about this type of radiation therapy for prostate cancer that involves placing radioactive seeds…

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Prostate cancer

Learn about detection, diagnostic approaches, treatment options and advances for prostate cancer, including robotic prostatectomy…

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Prostate cancer: Does PSA level affect prognosis?

Find out what your PSA level may mean for your prostate cancer prognosis.

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Prostate cancer prevention: Ways to reduce your risk

Eat healthy foods and add exercise to your daily routine to reduce the risk of…

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Prostate cancer recurrence

Rising PSA after prostate cancer treatment may signal recurrence. Learn how it's diagnosed, what it…

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Prostate cancer screening: Should you get screened?

Learn about the pros and cons of prostate cancer screening to help you get ready…

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Prostate laser surgery

Prostate laser surgery — Overview covers the risks and results of this treatment to relieve…

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Prostatectomy (prostate removal surgery)

Learn about surgery to remove part or all of the prostate, including advances such as…

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Prostatitis

Learn about tests and treatments for conditions of the prostate gland that cause pain, trouble…

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Prostatitis: Can sexual activity make it worse?

Some men with prostatitis have pain with ejaculation or sexual activity.

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Protein in urine (proteinuria)

Learn about possible causes of elevated protein levels in urine tests.

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Protein shakes: Good for weight loss?

Protein shakes aren't a magic bullet for weight loss. Here's why.

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Prothrombin time test

This simple test measures how quickly your blood clots. Find out why it's done and…

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Proton therapy

Learn about this newer form of radiation therapy, used to treat cancer and noncancerous tumors,…

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Proton therapy for prostate cancer

Proton therapy helps treat prostate cancer while limiting radiation to nearby healthy tissue. Learn how…

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PSA levels: Can they rise after partial prostate removal?

A number of factors can cause PSA levels to rise after surgery for an enlarged…

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PSA test

Learn about this prostate cancer screening test, including why it's done, what to expect, risks…

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