I have asymptomatic gallstones and recently recovered from COVID-19 can I safely postpone surgery for about 4 months or should I get it done sooner? Just worried about any risks if I delay it.

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I was declared unfit during my IAF medical checkup due to a condition that has no symptoms like pain or bleeding. They advised against any surgery and gave me one month for a remedical. Is there a chance this can improve without an operation? What are my options to get cleared in the next medical?

surgery opinion is advised to the patient

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My mom's ultrasound report shows a small appendicolith. Can this be treated with medicine or is surgery the only option? I'm a bit worried and would like to understand what's best for her

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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

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