Patient's question:
Patient Age: One and a half years old with a lump on the right side, sometimes it goes up, sometimes it comes down. The doctor said it's an inguinal hernia. Previous treatment history and effectiveness: The doctor said the child is too young and cannot have surgery, so two hernia belts were bought. It didn't seem to be effective. What kind of help is desired: 1. If surgery is not performed, is there no other solution?Doctor's answer:
Generally, treatment is not recommended before the age of 2. If the condition does not resolve on its own by age 2, surgical treatment may be necessary. Before the age of 2, it is possible for the condition to resolve on its own. However, if it reoccurs as an incarceration, emergency surgery is required at any time. In the meantime, it is important to avoid factors that increase abdominal pressure, such as constipation, indigestion, and crying, to allow for spontaneous healing. If a hernia bag can be purchased to cover the weak area of the hernia, it may further slow the process of spontaneous healing.