My preauricular pit keeps getting infected and it's really annoying. A doctor mentioned surgery to close it permanently but I'm worried about the cost and possible complications. What should I expect if I go through with it?

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I've been dealing with really bad nasal congestion and sneezing lately, and nothing seems to help. I've tried inhalation and taken paracetamol, but I'm not feeling any better. It's getting really frustrating. Is there anything else I should be doing or trying?

u take that one only it will give relief

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I've had a sore throat for a couple of weeks now and just noticed a hole at the back near my tonsils. I've been smoking for about two years. Should I be worried about this? What could it be?

avoid smoking

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my 4 year old cousin has adenoid hypertrophy with frequent cold cough and fever - is surgery always needed or can medicines help cure this

Adenoids can shrink with meds‚Äîsurgery only if symptoms persist after 3‚Äì6 months of treatment.

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