Patient's question:
The baby has been crying since birth. Apart from sleeping and feeding, most of the time is spent crying, no matter how you try to comfort them. A small meatball has appeared under the lower abdomen, about the size of a tangyuan. When lying down, it gradually shrinks back. Some people say it might be an inguinal hernia. Which hospital is good for treating pediatric hernias?Doctor's answer:
Pediatric hernia is one of the most common diseases in pediatric surgery and hernia surgery. It usually requires a diet rich in fiber to prevent constipation. Children under one year old are treated conservatively, while those over one year old undergo surgical treatment. Pediatric hernia can be surgically treated, and it may occasionally recur after surgery. If a child is crying and the hernia cannot be retracted, it may indicate an impending hernia strangulation, and emergency medical attention should be sought immediately. It is acceptable to go to the pediatric surgery department at the hospital.