Patient's question:
The baby was diagnosed with a hernia after a thorough check-up at one month old. It is located in the left inguinal area and can retract on its own when it goes down. How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Hernia refers to a small part of human tissue or organ returning to its original position, entering another part through gaps, scars, or weak areas in the body. 1. A hernia examination should be conducted in general surgery, and an ultrasound can diagnose it. 2. For uncomplicated umbilical hernia patients, the examination protocol should include an electrocardiogram and liver function tests as the basic screening. 3. For patients with suspected pulmonary or abdominal diseases but undetermined diagnosis, the examination protocol may include an electrocardiogram, liver function tests, and ultrasound examinations of blood creatinine, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), and gastrointestinal diseases.