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  • 50 Years
  • 14/08/2025

My dad has gallbladder stones and a kidney stone causing constant pain on his left side The doctor prescribed pain meds and said surgery is needed once the pain stops but I'm worried Is there any non-surgical way to remove both stones And if not what would be the approximate cost for treatment either way

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I've been diagnosed with 5mm kidney stones on both sides and I'm really looking to treat this without having to take tablets. Are there any alternative treatments or methods available for this situation?

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