Patient's question:
My child is now six months old. During free time, they are very fond of crying. The left side of the scrotum has appeared slightly larger than the right side in the past two days. I took them to a doctor, who said it's a hernia. Could you please tell me what causes infant hernia and how to treat it effectively?Doctor's answer:
Hello. It is a pleasure to assist you. A hernia in children is a common condition. Older children may choose surgery. Currently, the main approach is to avoid straining the child and increasing abdominal pressure. It is not about the hernia sac enlarging. The dangerous situation is when the hernia sac becomes incarcerated and cannot return. This may lead to intestinal necrosis. Prevention is key. If incarceration occurs, seek emergency medical attention. Avoid excessive crying in the baby. Give the baby more water to keep bowel movements regular.