I'm supposed to get an operation as my doctor recommended, but I'm really not comfortable with endoscopy surgery. On top of that, I'm working and it's tough to get time off. Is there any alternative option that might work for me?

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I've been feeling this cramp in my upper left abdomen for a few days now, and I had an ultrasound that didn't show anything wrong. Lately, there's this tingling sensation in my left chest. It doesn't hurt, but it's really annoying and just comes and goes. It's not happening at any set times, but it's still concerning me. As a smoker, should I be worried about this?

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I've been noticing some bleeding during my bowel movements and had a colonoscopy done today. I'm really concerned about the findings, which is why I'm reaching out. Do you think there's a way to treat these piles without surgery, maybe something like an Ayurvedic or natural remedy? Your advice would be really helpful.

It is definitely possible to treat piles or haemorrhoids without the need of surgery the treatment of piles depend on stage

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My mom has gallstones that are 34mm in size can they be treated with medications or will she need surgery

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