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  • 35 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I've had a 17mm kidney stone on my left side for the past year and doctors are recommending surgery but I'm really scared of going under the knife is there any chance homeopathy could help instead

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U wl need surgery..get back with full report.

Dr. Kamran Suggests...

Consult a Urologist

Answered 14/08/2025

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