I've had mallet finger for the past 11 years and I'm finally considering surgery to fix it. Can you recommend a good hospital or specialist for this procedure? I'm not sure where to start looking for the right doctor to consult about this long-term issue. What should I expect from the surgical process after having the condition for so many years?

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Had surgery on my finger yesterday and the pain is really bad today. The doctor prescribed Combiflum but it's not helping much. Since my doctor is far away now, can you suggest a stronger painkiller that might work better?

continue same treatment for 5 days as advised.

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How much does a right hip replacement surgery typically cost and what factors can affect the price

COST depends on dr and hospital and city

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My mom has been dealing with severe pain in her right leg joint, and the X-ray showed an osteophyte at the superior pole of her right patella. The doctor prescribed Etoricoxib 120 mg tablets, which she takes daily along with recommended exercises, but there's no improvement. When she stops the meds because of side effects like stomach upset and giddiness, the pain comes back. Is there any other treatment option for her, or would surgery be advisable in this case? Also, is it safe to take Etoricoxib long-term given the side effects?

A detailed evaluation will help decide the best course of action.

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