Patient's question:
It was found that there is a 2-3 cm drooping head in the hidden area on the lower left side, which can be pushed back by hand. When he urinates, he notices that one side of his scrotum is larger, especially when he cries, but it slides back down when he lets go of it. Is it possible that it's an inguinal hernia? Which department should be checked? How can pediatric inguinal hernias be detected?Doctor's answer:
The common sites for hernias include the inguinal region, umbilicus, and surgical incisions. In general, hernias are easy to detect. You may notice a bulge in the abdominal wall skin; the bulge may enlarge or cause pain when lifting heavy objects, coughing, straining during urination or defecation, or standing for long periods.2. Can a hernia heal on its own? Adult hernias do not heal on their own over time, meaning they do not disappear spontaneously. In children, hernias generally do not heal on their own after the age of one.