my penis is under 5 inches and i want to make it bigger but i don't want surgery or anything with side effects what can i do

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Non-surgical options like vacuum pumps or extenders offer minimal, often temporary gains. Be cautious of scams. Counseling may help if body image is affecting confidence.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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can i use ayushman card for kidney stone surgery my doctor recommended it but i'm really struggling with money right now and worried about the costs

Yes, you can likely use your Ayushman Bharat card for kidney stone surgery. Ayushman Bharat, also known as Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), covers a wide range of treatments, including those related to kidney stones, within a specified coverage limit

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I'm having some trouble when I pee, and it's been bothering me lately. Sometimes I notice these white and brown particles in my urine, and after I go, it really hurts a lot. What could be causing this?

it is due to urgent bary tract infection give urine samples for study

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I'm dealing with tight foreskin that covers the head of my penis and it's painful when I try to pull it back. I'm 21 and wondering if circumcision is still an option at this age. Also, if I don't get it done, could it cause problems later during sex?

circumcision is advised,surgery is advised.

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