My wife was told she might need an appendectomy, and the doctor recommended laparoscopy as the better option. Can you tell me how much the surgery usually costs and how long the recovery typically takes?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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The cost of appendicitis surgery in India can range from INR 30,000 to INR 1,00,000 with an average cost of around INR 50,000

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Is surgery really needed right away for a mild umbilical hernia strain or can it be managed with meds for now and done later? Could the strain be caused by gastric issues or something else besides bowel movements?

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I've noticed a small pea-sized lump in my chest area and sometimes experience chest pain too. I read online that it could be related to the xiphoid process. How can I confirm what this is, and if it needs to be removed, what's the usual cost for the surgery?

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