Patient's question:
I have a child, a boy, who is one year and four months old now. The onset of the illness was around the middle of August 2011. That day, I suddenly noticed his testicles swell up at times and then subside. We visited a doctor in our hometown, and he said the surgery should be done when he turns three. What kind of help do you need: I want to get him checked out earlier, and I want him to be completely cured of this disease.Doctor's answer:
Inguinal hernia in children is caused by the weakness of the abdominal wall, where the abdominal pressure decreases during coughing, crying, or screaming, allowing a part of the intestinal head to protrude through the abdominal wall. You can use a hernia belt, which can be homemade and made into a triangular band with a small pouch containing fennel seeds. The pouch is placed against the protruding area to prevent it from slipping out. Generally, as children grow older, they can often repair the hernia on their own. Surgery is usually not very expensive. Additionally, patients should develop a regular lifestyle, adhere to treatment, maintain a light diet, and engage in aerobic exercise to boost their immunity and reduce the risk of illness.