Patient's question:
When it recurs, there is a lump on top. It started occurring once a week since October. Is the surgery expensive? How long does the treatment take to heal?Doctor's answer:
Hello, pediatric hernia is caused by congenital underdevelopment of tissue. For some infants and young children, with proper care, the hernia can heal on its own. It is generally recommended to wait until the child is two years old. If a three-year-old child has recurrent hernia and the hernial sac is significantly protruding, it is necessary to undergo timely surgical treatment. It is recommended to consult a pediatric surgeon at a children's hospital for hernia repair surgery. The cost of the surgery varies depending on the child's condition, the surgical method, and the level of the hospital. It is advised to consult with the hospital after an in-person examination.