My mom was just diagnosed with multiple gallbladder stones and the doctor recommended surgery to remove her gallbladder. Is there any way to treat this without going through surgery? We're worried about the risks and recovery time

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Non-surgical options like medicines or dissolving agents rarely work for multiple gallstones‚Äîmonitoring risks outweigh benefits in most cases.

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I recently had fistula surgery and was wondering if homeopathy can help prevent it from coming back is that a good idea or should I stick to conventional treatments?

To avoid fistula recurrence, focus on promoting healing, managing bowel movements, and maintaining good hygiene. A fiber-rich diet, plenty of fluids, and gentle exercise can help prevent constipation and straining, which can increase the risk of recurrence. Additionally, good hygiene practices, including cleaning the area after bowel movements, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, can aid in wound healing and prevent infection

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I've been dealing with a buttock sinus issue for the past five years and some doctors are suggesting surgery as a permanent fix. I'm not sure what to do is surgery really the best option for this problem? What are the risks or alternatives I should consider?

sx opinion.

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I've been dealing with a fistula in ano for the last four months and my doctor recommended surgery. Is there any way to treat this without going under the knife? I'm 30 and really worried about the procedure are there other options that could work for me?

Some low-grade fistulas heal with Ksharasutra (Ayurvedic) or antibiotics‚Äîbut surgery is usually curative and best long-term.

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