Patient's question:
In our little baby's groin area, just below the belly button, there's a small lump, about the size of a thumb. It becomes more noticeable when she cries, but it's not bone. Then, when I accidentally pressed it a few times, she cried out in pain. After looking up some information online, it's said to be a hernia. Do girls also get hernias?Doctor's answer:
Hernia is caused by the weakness of local muscles and soft tissues. In daily life, it is also necessary to pay attention to preventing a decrease in intra-abdominal pressure, including excessive crying, intra-abdominal pressure reduction due to straining during bowel movements, etc. These factors may all lead to a decrease in intra-abdominal pressure and cause local swelling. If necessary, further examination and follow-up at the hospital are required. Proper use of a hernia belt for external fixation is also appropriate.