- Female
- 60 Years
- 14/08/2025
My mom has had chronic back pain for the past 10 years and her doctor recommended spine surgery but we're unsure about it and want a second opinion from another specialist. What are the alternatives to surgery or should we go ahead with it?
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View allI was diagnosed with a medial meniscus tear on an MRI about a month and a half ago and still can't bend my knee fully. It hurts when I stand or walk is there a chance it could heal without surgery? What should I do to stay safe and help it recover?
Medial meniscus tear may heal with physiotherapy and rest if small;surgery is needed for mechanical symptoms or persistent movement limitations.
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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 can I arrange a home visit for stitches removal after knee replacement surgery in Pimple Gurav area The patient can't climb stairs so walking to a clinic isn't an option right now
To arrange a home visit for stitch removal after a knee replacement in Pimple Gurav, contact your surgeon's office or the hospital where the surgery was performed. They can likely connect you with a home healthcare service or a nurse who provides in-home care for stitch removal. You can also explore options for home healthcare services in Pimple Gurav, ensuring they offer stitch removal services and are familiar with post-knee replacement care
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