Patient's question:
I don't know what's going on either. My child is so young, but I often notice an unpleasant smell in their groin area. After hearing from friends, I learned it was a hernia. But I bathe my child every day, so how is that possible?Doctor's answer:
Hello, inguinal hernia refers to the formation of a mass of abdominal viscera that protrudes through an inguinal defect, usually referred to as "hernia." Its basic symptom is a reversible mass in the inguinal region, starting from a small lump. It only appears when the patient stands, works, walks, runs, coughs, or cries. When lying down or pressing with the hand, the swelling can return to normal on its own. Generally, there is no special discomfort, only occasional local pain and discomfort. As the disease progresses, the mass from the inguinal region to the scrotum gradually increases, making walking inconvenient and affecting labor.