Patient's question:
The baby is now 13 months old and has noticed a hernia dropping into the scrotum, causing it to swell significantly. The baby has also been in a bad mood lately, with the hernia remaining inside for a long time, which is causing great concern. Hello, can the surgery be performed now? I am worried that the child is still very young, and general anesthesia may affect the development of the cerebellum, as well as concerns about the child's ability to recover. Please reply.Doctor's answer:
When the abdominal wall scar from early hernia is not significant, the abdominal contents may not drop down. However, over the long term, it can cause the abdominal wall scar to become larger. Eventually, the abdominal contents will drop down, such as the intestines or omentum. Early surgery is recommended. After one week of surgery, you can resume normal activities without restrictions on diet and daily life. The surgery uses local anesthesia and is not very painful. In addition to treatment, it is important to maintain a positive mood in daily life, as a good mood is very helpful for recovery.