Patient's question:
The baby was only 12 months old when it was suddenly discovered that crying would cause a lump to form in the upper right part of the testicle. No treatment has been given yet. Will the baby heal on its own? What is the latest time it could heal on its own? If surgery is needed, when should it be done?Doctor's answer:
The most common ones are likely inguinal hernia and hydrocele. These two conditions tend to recur during crying, but they usually resolve completely when lying flat or gently massaged. It is recommended that you visit a regular hospital's general surgery department or pediatric surgery department for follow-up as soon as possible. After diagnosis, specific treatment can be considered based on the situation. Generally, these two conditions can be considered for surgery if the child is over one year old. If they rarely recur and the lump is small, alternative treatments such as hernia belts can also be considered, but they cannot guarantee a complete cure. Of course, if there is a case of incarcerated hernia that cannot be resolved, immediate surgery is necessary.