Patient's question:
Last night, the baby kept crying non-stop. We took him to the hospital for a thorough examination, and it turned out to be an inguinal hernia. The doctor said the surgery could only be performed this afternoon. However, the baby has been complaining of abdominal pain recently and has consulted the doctor a few times. How to relieve abdominal pain caused by an inguinal hernia?Doctor's answer:
Hernia-induced abdominal pain should first be carefully observed to identify how the hernia content reappears. During the acute phase, it is important to prevent excessive crying to avoid a decrease in intra-abdominal pressure, which could worsen the condition. The most direct clinical treatment is surgical intervention, which can involve herniorrhaphy or high ligation. After surgery, it is essential to follow up with timely wound care to prevent secondary bacterial infections and other complications.