What are the symptoms of inguinal hernia in children?

Patient's question:

The baby has been crying frequently these days and is unwilling to play at all. Moreover, when the baby cries, a lump appears in the groin area. The doctor has already been seen and it has been diagnosed as a hernia. What other symptoms might a baby with a hernia have?

Doctor's answer:

Children may also experience hernia when coughing, sneezing, or engaging in strenuous exercise. The bag suddenly enlarges and cannot return to the abdomen. At this time, severe pain may occur, or symptoms such as intestinal obstruction may arise, including nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, bloating, and even incontinence of urine and feces. It is recommended to go to the hospital for further detailed examination, follow the doctor's advice, eat more light foods, drink more water, eat less spicy and irritating foods, eat less seafood, pay attention to maintaining sleep, and keep a good mood.

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