Patient's question:
Yesterday, when my child took off his clothes, I noticed a lump on his abdomen, but it disappeared after a while. Now I want to know if he might have inguinal hernia. Can ultrasound confirm inguinal hernia?Doctor's answer:
Hello, generally, a hernia does not require ultrasound diagnosis. If there is no lump, ultrasound is not necessary. If the lump does not disappear, B-mode ultrasound can be performed to determine whether it is fluid, a tumor, or a hernia. It is recommended that you see a pediatric surgeon. The doctor can confirm the condition through a physical examination and then provide proper treatment. If it is an inguinal hernia, B-mode ultrasound can detect it. If you are concerned that your child may have this condition, you can take your child to the pediatric surgery department for an examination.