Patient's question:
My child has been crying non-stop these days. It was found that it has a hernia, which causes some pain, leading to the lump in the area of the penis. Currently, conservative treatment is being used, but it's unclear how effective it is. Can hernias be treated conservatively?Doctor's answer:
The conservative treatment for pediatric hernia is wearing a hernia belt. This is particularly suitable for children under one year old, as they are still in a rapid period of growth and development. If the hernia contents are pushed back using a hernia belt, it is possible for the defect to be filled through the development of the child's muscles. Once filled, surgery can be avoided. However, the success rate of this method is not very high, but it is indeed possible and worth trying. This is because hernia belts are convenient and can be easily purchased from major pharmacies. After obtaining one, it should be worn on the child. The key is to position the hernia belt correctly over the inguinal swelling. If the inguinal hernia disappears within the first year of life, it indicates that the conservative treatment has been successful.