My sister is dealing with severe piles and we're really confused about the best treatment. Some doctors recommend laser surgery while others advise against it and suggest regular surgery instead. Which option would be safer long-term without causing future problems?

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I'm dealing with a fistula in ano and my doctor mentioned surgery as an option. Are there any non-surgical treatments available?

consult general surgeon for the same

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I'm dealing with a healing anal fissure and I'm thinking about having sex with my girlfriend. Could this make my fissure worse or cause any problems?

HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is a common sexually transmitted infection. Treatment for genital warts caused by HPV: 1. Topical treatments: Imiquimod cream, Podofilox solution, or Sinecatechins ointment 2. Cryotherapy: Freezing the warts with liquid nitrogen 3. Surgical removal: Excision or laser treatment 4. Antiviral medications: Interferon or Cidofovir (in severe cases) Consult a dermatologist or a urologistgynecologist for proper evaluation and treatment. Note: HPV itself cannot be "cured," but the symptoms (genital warts) can be treated.

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I've got grade 3 and grade 4 piles but they don't hurt, and there's no bleeding when I use the bathroom. However, after I'm done, I have to push the grade 3 piles back in. I'm wondering if there's any medication that can actually cure hemorrhoids. Is that possible?

It will reduce, sometimes surgery also needed.

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