Patient's question:
An eight-year-old boy has an inguinal hernia. It disappears when he takes a nap at night, but it comes back down during the day when he exercises. Can it be left without surgery?Doctor's answer:
An eight-year-old boy has an inguinal hernia, where the testicle drops down when he exercises during the day. In this case, the child has an inguinal hernia, and the testicle drops down when he exercises during the day. It is recommended to have surgery to treat this condition to avoid strangulation. For patients with testicular issues, timely treatment can reduce the risk of complications. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication treatment and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene.