I'm 8 weeks pregnant and having right side abdominal pain the doctor found it's my appendix and recommends surgery. Is it safe to have appendix surgery during pregnancy? What are the risks for me and the baby?

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my father-in-law was just diagnosed with an inguinal hernia and we're really worried - is surgery the only way to fix this? if yes, can you suggest a good hospital or specialist for laparoscopic hernia surgery

needs P/E for better advice.

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I've noticed a soft, painless lump on my forehead that's about 1.5 cm my doctor said it's a lipoma. It doesn't bother me much but I'm curious about removal options and what the surgery might cost

Most lipomas are removed surgically by cutting them out. Lipomas typically don't return once they're removed.

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what are the risks and things i should watch out for after getting inguinal hernia surgery i was just diagnosed and feeling a bit nervous about the whole procedure

yes,surgery opinion is advised to the patient.

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