Patient's question:
For Grandpa always complaining of his lower abdominal pain, I thought he was just being picky because he was getting older, so I took him to the hospital for a full-body check-up. The doctor said he had a hernia. I knew this condition was more common in children, and the hospital recommended surgery. However, Grandpa couldn't tolerate the fuss, so I hoped the doctor could explain the dangers of hernias in the elderly.Doctor's answer:
Grandpa is only 61 years old now, and it's perfectly fine to have an inguinal hernia surgery at this age. Moreover, with the current medical knowledge, a laparoscopic procedure can be performed directly, causing minimal mental trauma. If the inguinal hernia is not treated in a timely manner, if it re-occurs as an incarcerated hernia, it may lead to intestinal suppuration, which could then cause acute peritonitis. This could potentially harm the soul. Regulating physical and mental health, maintaining personal hygiene, and avoiding bacterial invasion due to weakened immunity.