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  • 25 Years
  • 14/08/2025

i have varicocele in my left testicle can it be treated with medicines alone or do i need surgery what meds would you recommend to help with this condition

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I have a 6.5 mm stone in the lower middle part of my left kidney. Can this be treated with medications or will I need surgery? I'm really worried about the options and what would work best for me.

For 6mm kidney stones, medical treatment is often recommended, which involves increasing urine output. Some medications can dissolve certain types of stones, such as uric acid or cystine stones. However, these medications cannot dissolve calcium stones, which account for 80% of kidney stones

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Is there any way to treat a urethral stricture without surgery or using a catheter? I've heard about urethral dilation with a catheter in Uttar Basti, but I'd prefer to avoid that. Are there any effective medicines or non-invasive treatments that can help?

While urethral dilation with a catheter in Uttar Basti (likely referring to a specific technique) and surgery are the primary treatments for urethral strictures, there are some other non-invasive options and medications that can help manage the condition and its symptoms

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my dad has been passing mucus through his anus when he pees and the doctor recommended prostate laser surgery based on his abdomen scan report he's also diabetic and the scan showed pre void 539 post void 266cc with prostate size 26cc is the surgery really urgent or can we wait

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

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