Patient's question:
Ask the little boy about getting an inguinal hernia, what if he doesn't want surgery? The child in the sister's family is now 4 years old. However, it's possible that this problem existed even when he was born but wasn't noticed. Just two days ago, when the child was crying, suddenly he got an inguinal hernia, and that's when they found out. She is angry, but she doesn't want to have surgery for the child. Is there another way?Doctor's answer:
Hernias should be treated through surgical methods. For children under one year old with hernias, surgery is not necessary for the time being, as there is a possibility of self-healing. In this case, a hernia belt can be used to apply gentle pressure to the abdomen, which can effectively alleviate symptoms. For a 4-year-old child with a hernia, it is best to undergo surgical treatment promptly. If a hernia is not treated in a timely manner, it can lead to strangulation and obstruction, and in severe cases, it can also threaten the child's life.