Many people are not sure when symptoms need a surgical opinion versus a GP. This guide clarifies the common scenarios.
Abdominal symptoms
Persistent right upper quadrant pain after fatty meals (gallstones), right lower quadrant pain (appendix), or any bulge worsening on coughing (hernia).
Breast symptoms
Any new lump, nipple discharge, skin change or asymmetry.
Neck
Visible swelling, persistent hoarseness or difficulty swallowing.
Anorectal
Bleeding, persistent pain, lumps or recurrent infection.
Skin and soft tissue
Increasing lumps, recurrent cysts, non-healing wounds.
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