How long does a typical surgery take to recover from and what's the approximate cost involved

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I had surgery for a pilonidial sinus a year ago but it's coming back again is there any way to treat it without going through another operation

Recurrent pilonidal sinus often requires surgery. However, some less invasive options like laser treatment or drainage may be available. Consult with a colorectal surgeon to explore these alternatives.

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I've been dealing with some discomfort and weight gain since my laparoscopic surgery for an inguinal hernia about 3.5 months ago. I often feel pain where the hernia was and sometimes there's this stretching sensation near the stitches. I'm really looking for some advice on how to lose this extra weight and I'm also curious about when these symptoms might ease up. What would you suggest?

it will reduce

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Is it possible to treat a pilonidal abscess without surgery I'm considering homeopathy but not sure if it works well for this condition

A detailed evaluation will help decide the best course of action.

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