I'm about to have open surgery for an inguinal scrotal hernia and I'm really worried about the pain during the operation will it be really bad? Also how long does this type of surgery usually take?

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I've got this lump near my butt crack that's been giving me some trouble. Sometimes it itches, and other times it really hurts. There's even this green pus-like stuff coming out of it, which is pretty gross and uncomfortable. Can you tell me what kind of doctor I should see about this?

Surgeon opinion is advised to the patient.

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My 67-year-old dad has had a swollen navel for the past 7 years with no pain or other symptoms. A local doctor said surgery is the only option which specialist should we see for this issue?

For a swollen navel (likely an umbilical hernia) that requires surgery, a general surgeon or a hernia specialist is the appropriate specialist to consult. General surgeons are trained in a wide range of surgical procedures, including hernia repair, and many specialize in hernia care

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I found out I have fibroids in my right breast and I'm not sure if I need surgery or if there are other ways to remove them What are my options

please consult your gynecologist.

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I'm about to have open surgery for an inguinal scrotal hernia and I'm really worried about the pain during the operation will it be really bad? Also how long does this type of surgery usually take?

More General Surgery Health Queries

I've got this lump near my butt crack that's been giving me some trouble. Sometimes it itches, and other times it really hurts. There's even this green pus-like stuff coming out of it, which is pretty gross and uncomfortable. Can you tell me what kind of doctor I should see about this?

My 67-year-old dad has had a swollen navel for the past 7 years with no pain or other symptoms. A local doctor said surgery is the only option which specialist should we see for this issue?

I found out I have fibroids in my right breast and I'm not sure if I need surgery or if there are other ways to remove them What are my options

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