Patient's question:
Our baby is just one and a half months old and already has a hernia. The child was quite healthy at birth, weighing six pounds and eight ounces. Since yesterday, the baby has been uncomfortable, and we suspect it might be a hernia, especially after urination and defecation. Hello, for a one and a half-month-old baby with frequent hernias, what should we do when they strain during urination and defecation?Doctor's answer:
This is for children, as the patient is relatively young, and the hernia frequently recurs. It is recommended to appropriately reduce the frequency of recurrence, using manual reduction followed by the application of a hernia belt for local fixation. It is also necessary to pay attention to maintaining regular bowel movements and preventing straining during defecation, as this can easily lead to recurrence. If symptoms worsen, it is recommended to decide on surgery for treatment as early as 6 months later. If the hernia is related to joints, there is a possibility of spontaneous healing.