I've been told I might need surgery but I'm not sure if it's the best option for me. Can you help me understand the pros and cons of going through with it versus trying other treatments first? I'm really worried about making the wrong choice.

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I've been told I might need surgery but I'm not sure if it's the best option for me. Can you help me understand the pros and cons of going through with it versus trying other treatments first? I'm really worried about making the wrong choice.

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