eMedTV Health Topics A-Z
A pneumonectomy is a surgery that removes lung, generally because it contains cancer. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains lung cancer, how to prepare for the surgery, what happens during it, and the possible complications that can occur.
Pneumonic plague is one of the three types of plague caused by the Yersinia pestis bacteria. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses this disease in detail, including the incubation period, symptoms, and treatment methods.
Policosanol is a type of herbal supplement that is claimed to help lower cholesterol. This eMedTV Web page provides an overview of policosanol, including information on how this herbal supplement may work, possible side effects, and safety concerns.
Polio, a highly infectious disease caused by a virus, can cause flu-like symptoms and lead to complications. This eMedTV health channel offers a wealth of information on polio.
As this eMedTV article explains, polio is a highly contagious illness that used to be one of the most feared childhood diseases of the 20th century in the United States. This page covers the transmission, treatment, prevention, and history of polio.
Polio prevention is available through the inactive polio vaccine or the oral polio vaccine. This eMedTV resource explains the differences between the two types of polio vaccine and describes a typical polio vaccination schedule for children.
Poliovirus is a highly contagious virus that only affects humans; as this eMedTV article explains, it is also the cause of polio. This page describes poliovirus in detail, including information on its transmission, history, and possible eradication.
This eMedTV article covers pollen allergy, a type of seasonal allergic rhinitis. This page describes different sources of pollen (such as sagebrush and ragweed), as well as pollen allergy symptoms (like sneezing and coughing) and treatment options.
This eMedTV Web page explores polycystic kidney disease, an illness that causes fluid-filled cysts to develop in the kidneys, and can lead to kidney failure. This page provides information on causes, symptoms, and treatment options for the condition.
Polymyalgia rheumatica is a condition that can cause pain and stiffness in the neck, shoulders, and hips. This eMedTV article explains polymyalgia rheumatica in detail, including information on its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Pomegranates are a type of fruit that may have several beneficial effects in the body. This eMedTV Web article explains how pomegranates may help with a variety of health conditions, lists possible side effects, and describes some general precautions.
Ponstel (mefenamic acid) is a drug that is prescribed for the treatment of mild to moderate pain. This eMedTV Web page discusses specific Ponstel uses and also offers general dosing information and a list of potential side effects of this drug.
Portia is a generic version of Nordette, a birth control pill. This eMedTV article describes this form of contraceptive in more detail, including information on how it works, when and how to take the pill, and what you should know before using Portia.
The post menopause period of a woman's life begins when she has not had her period for 12 straight months. This eMedTV Web page provides tips for staying healthy post menopause and discusses health concerns such as bone loss and heart disease.