Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my son is 7 years old. A few days ago, while giving him a bath, I noticed a lump on his testicles. However, when I tried to examine it carefully, I couldn't find it anymore. My friend told me it might be a hernia and that surgery is necessary to fix it. I want to ask if having hernia surgery can interfere with fertility?Doctor's answer:
Your baby may have an inguinal hernia if you describe the situation. There's no need to be overly concerned. After surgical treatment, pediatric hernias recover quickly and completely. They don't interfere with growth and development, nor do they affect future fertility, so there's no need to worry too much. It's a good idea to take the child to the hospital for a thorough examination if this condition is present. If an inguinal hernia is confirmed, prompt treatment will lead to a quick and complete recovery.