Patient's question:
My little nephew is very cute, but yesterday I noticed that when he cries after taking a bath, his navel protrudes slightly, which looks a bit strange. I asked his mother, but she didn't know what was going on either. I think he might have a hernia. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
For hernia, the main treatment method is to decide on surgery. Children under the age of two may have the possibility of self-healing, but this also depends on the severity. In some cases, manual reduction can be appropriately performed, followed by the use of a hernia belt for local fixation to prevent excessive crying, straining during bowel movements, or intense physical activity. If conservative treatment is ineffective or there is rapid growth in a short period, it is necessary to consider surgery as soon as possible.