Patient's question:
My baby is just two months old. Today, I accidentally noticed a small lump in the groin area. It's more noticeable when the baby cries, and it moves when touched. When the baby is calm, it's almost invisible. I searched online and found it might be a hernia. I'd like to ask how to treat infant hernias effectively?Doctor's answer:
For infantile hernia, it is also necessary to consider its severity, prevent excessive crying in children, use manual reduction followed by applying a hernia belt for local fixation. It is not possible to rule out the possibility of spontaneous resolution, as patients, being young, may experience spontaneous resolution with growth and development. It is still necessary to pay attention. If the symptoms recur repeatedly or progressively worsen, it is necessary to pay attention and decide on surgery after 6 months for treatment.