A-Z of conditions and treatments

Generally, pituitary tumours are benign and slow growing, and pituitary cancers are extremely rare.

Generally, pityriasis rosea is a one-off event - once it has gone, the rash doesn?t reappear.

Belief in a treatment may be enough to change the course of a person's physical illness.

Even after a plaster is removed, the bone is still healing, so take care for at least another month.

Treating any infection of the upper respiratory tract quickly will reduce the risk of developing pleurisy.

Pneumococcal disease is a leading cause of serious illness and death in young children.

Anyone can get pneumonia, but young children and the elderly are most susceptible.

Polio is a serious disease that can cause life-threatening paralysis and possibly death.

Pollen allergies cause seasonal hay fever and asthma and can be treated with antihistamines, nasal sprays or asthma medication

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a hormonal condition associated with irregular menstrual cycles, excess hair growth, acne, reduced fertility, and increased risk of diabetes and mood changes.