I've had external hemorrhoids for about 5 years but now they've gotten really big and painful which specialist should I see for surgery and roughly how much would it cost

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For surgery related to external hemorrhoids, a colorectal surgeon or proctologist (within general surgery) is the best specialist to consult the approximate cost of piles surgery in India can range from INR 19,500 to INR 95,000, depending on the type of surgery.

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I have stage L4 piles and a leading hospital in Chennai recommended surgery. Is normal surgery the better option or should I go for the HAL procedure? Are there still any non-surgical treatments I can try at this stage?

surgery is advised,discectomy is advised.

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I've got this little lump on the inside of my right bum cheek and it's making me feel like I constantly need to go poo. Is this something serious, or could it just be something minor? Should I be worried about this lump?

take antibiotics

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I've been dealing with a fistula for years now and really want to avoid surgery if possible. Is there any permanent cure without going under the knife? The pain is constant, there's pus discharge, and the itching in that area is really bothering me. What can I do to treat this naturally?

Chronic fistula with pus and itching usually requires surgery for permanent cure.Natural or non-surgical treatments may offer temporary relief but often fail to close the tract completely.

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