Patient's question:
My child at home has recently felt pain in the lower abdomen. They haven't been able to urinate and then went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said it might be a hernia. Could you please tell me what are the symptoms of a hernia in boys?Doctor's answer:
After a boy suffers from an inguinal hernia, a bulge may appear in the groin during crying, defecation, urination, or intense physical activity. When the child rests, the lump may shrink or temporarily disappear, only to recur later. Sometimes, touching the lump may cause pain, or even lead to abdominal pain. In some cases, it can also cause symptoms of intestinal obstruction such as vomiting, abdominal distension, and difficulty defecating.