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  • male
  • 30 Years
  • 14/08/2025

It's been about 2.5 months since my laser piles surgery, but the swollen veins near my anus haven't fully gone down yet. My doctor says everything's fine, but I'm still worried should I be concerned? Is this normal healing time?

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It may take time to subside completely, do continue sitz bath 3 times daily and visit once to surgeon for further management

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Consult a Colorectal Surgeon

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