Patient's question:
My child is 19 months old. Can they have a hernia surgery? Will the child be able to cooperate with the surgery at this age? After the surgery, if the child cries, will touching them affect the complete recovery?Doctor's answer:
Hernia refers to a condition where a part of the human body or an organ re-enters its original position, passing through gaps, scars, or weak areas into another part. Your baby is 19 months old and male, so the most likely diagnosis is an inguinal hernia. This occurs when the hernial sac passes through the deep inguinal ring, located outside the inferior epigastric artery, and travels obliquely inward, upward, and forward through the inguinal canal before exiting through the superficial inguinal ring and potentially entering the scrotum.The initial treatment is usually conservative, primarily through the use of compression methods, such as wearing a hernia belt. As the baby's abdominal muscles grow and develop, most cases can be resolved naturally. For severe cases, it is recommended to seek immediate medical attention and follow the doctor's advice for prompt treatment. Avoid using medication blindly, as this may worsen the condition. The above advice is for reference only.
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