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  • 35 Years
  • 14/08/2025

my doctor recommended surgery for external piles but I'm hesitant about going under the knife are there any effective non-surgical treatments I could try first and if surgery ends up being the only option how much would it usually cost

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MIGHT TAKE 1-2 WEEKS .

Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...

Consult a Colorectal Surgeon

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