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If i first receive a type of treatment other than surgery, can surgery be done later, if necessary?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Most always: That is one of those things in the decision tree that would be discussed in detail up front.

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Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Probably: Most likely yes - but it would depend on your specific problems and symptoms.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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