Patient's question:
My daughter is one year old. She was discovered to have a hernia when she was six months old. Now, sometimes it drops when she cries, and sometimes it doesn't. It also drops when she walks for a long time. It goes back in place with a gentle push. Can she get better on her own? Should she have surgery? Will the hernia surgery have any negative effects?Doctor's answer:
In the case of pediatric hernia, for children over one year old, conservative treatment does not have a definite effect. Recurrent episodes can easily lead to some complications. Generally, surgical treatment should be considered in a timely manner. The formation of hernia is caused by abnormal local tissue development, local defects, or weakness, allowing abdominal contents to protrude through these defects or weak areas. It is essential to go to a local regular hospital for examination and treatment.