- male
- 40 Years
- 14/08/2025
My husband is 40 and just had gallbladder polyp surgery. The doctor mentioned he needs to follow a strict diet now. What foods should he eat after this surgery and what should he avoid?
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Im an 18-year-old girl, and I recently noticed a small lump near my anus. I did some online searching and think it might be an external hemorrhoid. There was some bearable pain in that area before the lump showed up, so I didnt pay much attention to it. A week after, this small lump appeared after I went to the bathroom. It doesnt hurt or bleed, but Im a bit worried about what it could be. Could this really be a hemorrhoid, and what should I do next?
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