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Can I take progesterone tablets before my fibroids surgery?

I am due for a surgery for my fibroids removal in two days time. Is it okay for me to take oral contraceptive pills till the day before my surgery?
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Are there any risks involved in a hair transplant surgery?

My hair is thinning, and I'm just tired of it. I would like to get a hair transplant surgery done before I lose all of my hair. Are there any risks involved in this surgery?...
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Will a fall after a hip replacement surgery require another surgery?

My mother in law had a recent hip replacement surgery and was recovering well. However, just yesterday she slipped and fell down again on the same side. We didn't take her to...
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What is robotic surgery and how does it work?

I have been reading a lot about robotic surgery and how it is going to be the future of healthcare. What does robotic surgery involve and how is it different from human intervention?...
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The doctor has suggested finger amputation for my father. How successful is this method of controlling gangrene from spreading?

My father is heavily diabetic. He recently had an injury in the thumb of his left foot. The doctor has suggested removing the thumb because of gangrene. Will removal of the...
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My sister has swelling and excessive pain on her toe, which also has pus and blood secreting. Does she need a surgery?

My sister is 24 years old and does not have any heath conditions like diabetes. She has swelling along with a lot of pain with her toe with both pus and blood secreting from it....
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My husband has had a relapse of anal fissures. Would he require another surgery?

My husband is 39 years old and had a surgery for anal fissures about 5 months ago. 2 days back all of a sudden he again started to bleed. Does this mean he requires another surgery?...
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Is there a surgery for anal fissures?

My husband is suffering from anal fissures and it is now getting quite painful. What is the best option to have this treated? Is there a surgery to have this treated?
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Is there a risk involved in a back surgery?

I am having a lot of pain in my back and it is becoming unbearable. I am considering a back surgery to correct this pain. Is there a risk involved in back surgeries?
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Is surgery required for cutting a bone growth in my hand?

I have a strange bone growth in my finger which though does not hurt, it looks odd. Will I have to undergo a surgery to cut out this bone growth?
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Doctors are requesting surgery for my grandpa. Is it the right thing to do?

My grandfather who is around 82 years had a major fall while walking. He went to the hospital and surgery is being recommended. Will this be okay considering his age? He is...
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My pregnant wife has been recommended gall bladder removal surgery. When can we do it?

My wife is 3 months pregnant and has recently developed complications in her gall bladder. The doctors have said she would require a gall bladder removal. When can we do the...
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What does a hair transplant procedure involve?

I am contemplating a hair transplant surgery. What does the procedure involve?
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My hernia has developed again. Should I get it operated on?

I underwent a hernia operation six months ago. However, I again developed a similar pain and the scans have indicated that I am having a small hernia. Should I again go in for...
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What are the black dots all over my body after my gallbladder surgery?

I recently underwent a gallbladder surgery for acute pancreatitis. After the surgery, I have black dots that are appearing all over my body. What could these be?
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Can a 74 year old diabetic patient undergo aortic dissection surgery?

My mother in law is 74 years old and is heavily dependent on insulin. Apart from this she also has moderately high blood pressure and kidney disease. She underwent bypass surgery...
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My dad's stitches opened after bypass surgery, leading to blood loss. Will it require another surgery?

My father is 72 years old and he recently underwent a bypass surgery. After he was discharged from the hospital, his stitches suddenly opened and it resulted in a lot of blood...
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Is diarrhea and pain after a surgery normal?

I am having severe pain and diarrhea after my gall bladder surgery. Is it normal or should I be concerned?
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What is the appropriate age to do a branchial cyst surgery?

I have a 18 month old son who has been diagnosed with a branchial cyst around the location of the thyroid glands. The doctors have been suggesting a surgery. But, is that the...
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Is surgery the only option for a disc bulge?

I am suffering from a disc bulge at L3 and L5. Painkillers and exercises are not working to reduce the pain and the discomfort. Is surgery the only option, or is there an alternative...
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