Patient's question:
When he was still a month old, I noticed that my son JJ was slightly larger on one side. When I touched him, it felt like there was a tube inside, and when I pressed, there was a sound like water bubbling! I searched online and found that it might be a hernia. He's still so small now, can he be treated at the hospital? If he is treated, what kind of treatment will he need?Doctor's answer:
A face-to-face examination is essential to confirm the specific diagnosis, as treatment cannot rely on vague descriptions or speculative diagnoses. By examining the local manifestations and performing a groin ultrasound, the nature of the condition can be determined. For children under one year old, conservative treatment is recommended. For those over one year old who do not improve or experience incarceration, surgical treatment under general anesthesia is necessary. It is advised that you visit a local professional hospital at your convenience for an examination to determine the specific situation. Surgical treatment at this age is a bit early, and a comprehensive consideration should be made based on the results.