Polymorphous Light Eruption (PMLE)
Polymorphous light eruption (PMLE) is a common photosensitivity disorder characterized by an abnormal skin reaction to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, typically following sun exposure. It most…
Polycythemia Vera
Polycythemia vera (PV) is a rare, chronic myeloproliferative neoplasm (MPN) marked by the overproduction of red blood cells in the bone marrow. In many cases,…
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine disorder affecting women of reproductive age. It is characterized by hormonal imbalances, irregular ovulation, and the presence…
Polyarticular Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a chronic autoimmune condition affecting five or more joints during the first six months of disease onset in children…
Polyarteritis Nodosa
Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN) is a rare, systemic necrotizing vasculitis that primarily affects medium-sized muscular arteries. It results in inflammation and damage to vessel walls, leading…
Poliomyelitis Vaccination
Poliomyelitis, commonly known as polio, is a highly infectious viral disease that primarily affects young children and can lead to irreversible paralysis or death. Caused…
Poisoning Due to Scorpion Venom
Poisoning due to scorpion venom, also known as scorpion envenomation, represents a significant medical emergency in tropical and subtropical regions. Among the 1,500+ species of…
Poisoning Due to Nerve Agent
Poisoning Due to Nerve Agent: Nerve agent poisoning refers to the toxic effects caused by a group of highly lethal chemical compounds designed to disrupt…
Pneumonia Due to Staphylococcus aureus
Staphylococcus aureus, a gram-positive coccus, is a common cause of both community-acquired and hospital-acquired pneumonia. It is known for its aggressive nature, frequent complications, and…
Pneumonia Due to Klebsiella pneumoniae
Klebsiella pneumoniae is a gram-negative, encapsulated bacillus commonly associated with severe hospital-acquired and community-acquired pneumonia. It is notorious for causing aggressive lung infections, particularly in…
