Patient's question:
Son has a severe inguinal hernia. How should it be treated? Can it be surgically repaired? I am mainly very worried because the child is still so young. Can the surgery be performed? I hope the doctor can help me and give me some good advice. I am eager to know the answer and sincerely appreciate your help.Doctor's answer:
Usually, except for inguinal hernias in infancy, other types of hernias require surgical treatment, as the possibility of self-healing is low. If a child has an inguinal hernia (either indirect or direct) and experiences a recurrence with significant incarceration or even intestinal necrosis, emergency surgical treatment in the emergency department is necessary. Even if severe symptoms do not recur, but the hernia opening is large and cannot be reduced, or the mass is weak due to reduced abdominal pressure, surgical treatment is recommended.