Patient's question:
I have recently developed a hernia and it is very uncomfortable. The doctor recommended surgical treatment, but I am afraid of spending too much money, as we don't have that much money at home. I am looking for a more cost-effective treatment method that is also safer than surgery. How can a hernia be treated and improved?Doctor's answer:
You are an adult with an inguinal hernia, which is congenital and primarily caused by the relaxation of the inguinal canal. Under increased abdominal pressure, the small intestine and omentum can bulge through the inguinal canal, even into the scrotum. Since it is a structural defect identified during post-mortem examination, surgical treatment is required. Inguinal hernia repair is a relatively minor surgical procedure, with both surgery and anesthesia being very safe, and the cost is relatively low. Most families can afford it independently. Medical insurance and the New Rural Cooperative Medical Scheme can also provide advance payment.