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  5. I'm dealing with a hernia and I'm really wondering if homeopathy might help treat it. Is it always necessary to go for surgery, or are there effective homeopathic treatments I should consider? I'd appreciate your guidance on this.

I'm dealing with a hernia and I'm really wondering if homeopathy might help treat it. Is it always necessary to go for surgery, or are there effective homeopathic treatments I should consider? I'd appreciate your guidance on this.

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I'm dealing with a hernia and I'm really wondering if homeopathy might help treat it. Is it always necessary to go for surgery, or are there effective homeopathic treatments I should consider? I'd appreciate your guidance on this.

No, hernias cannot be treated without surgery. However, there are some non-surgical approaches that can help with pain and discomfort while you wait for surgery or if you're not fit for it

Last updated on 29 Jan 2025

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