Patient's question:
For Grandpa always complaining about his lower abdominal pain, I thought he was just being picky because of his age, so I took him to the hospital for a full-body check-up. The doctor said he had a hernia. I knew this condition is more common in children, and the hospital recommended surgery. However, Grandpa couldn't tolerate the fuss, so I hoped the doctor could explain the dangers of hernias in the elderly.Doctor's answer:
Grandpa is only 61 years old now, and it's perfectly fine to have the hernia surgery at this age. Moreover, with the current medical knowledge, laparoscopic surgery can be performed directly, causing very little mental trauma. If the hernia is not treated promptly, if it re-occurs as an incisional hernia, it may lead to intestinal suppuration, which could then trigger acute peritonitis. This could potentially harm the soul. Regulating physical and mental health, maintaining personal hygiene, and avoiding bacterial invasion due to weakened immunity are important.