Patient's question:
My child has been different from other children since birth. They often cry non-stop and refuse to eat breast milk. They just cry every day and also have frequent fever. I think my child might have infantile hernia. I would like to ask what are the common symptoms of hernia?Doctor's answer:
Hello. Pediatric hernia may occur a few days, months, or years after birth. Generally speaking, when a child cries, moves vigorously, or has dry stools, a lump may appear in the groin. Sometimes it may extend to the scrotum or labia. It will disappear on its own when lying flat or pressing it with the hand. Once the hernia becomes incarcerated, symptoms such as abdominal pain, discomfort, nausea, vomiting, fever, loss of appetite, or crying may occur, leading to restlessness. Wishing you good health.