Patient's question:
My little baby has had a hernia since birth, and we have never treated it. However, recently, it seems to have worsened again. I don't know what to do. Could you please advise on how to resolve the hernia in my baby?Doctor's answer:
Hello! Pediatric hernia mainly includes two types: congenital inguinal hernia and umbilical hernia. The main cause of pediatric hernia is congenital factors. Inguinal hernia is mainly caused by the failure of the processus vaginalis to close, while umbilical hernia is due to the inability of the umbilical ring to close promptly. Premature infants and low birth weight infants are affected because of incomplete growth and development at birth. It is recommended that children of this age undergo surgery or minimally invasive treatment. Once a child develops a hernia, treatment should be sought as soon as possible to avoid the formation of an incisional hernia. Based on the information you provided, color Doppler ultrasound can be used for a clear diagnosis and treatment of symptoms. Typically, hernias in children under one year old can heal on their own. Now that the children have grown, they may need surgical treatment. Generally, it is advisable to avoid prolonged coughing or other actions that increase abdominal pressure.