Patient's question:
Doctor, my baby girl has an inguinal hernia, how is it treated? She is only eight months old, and I just noticed it two days ago. I don't know when she got this disease. When I gave her a bath, I noticed a bulge in her groin area, and it felt a bit hard when I pressed it, but she always cries. Can this be cured?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, infants under the age of 2 do not need surgical treatment for hernia, as this condition may be cured in children under 2 years old. However, if the infant is over 2 years old, surgical intervention is necessary. The timing of the surgery can be determined based on individual circumstances. If there is no strangulation, it can be postponed until the child is older. Surgery carries risks, especially for children, and postoperative care after general anesthesia is also a major concern.