Patient's question:
Recently, my baby has been crying non-stop for the past two days, no matter how I try to comfort him. Then I took the baby to the hospital to see a doctor. After a thorough examination, the doctor said it was infantile hernia. How could the baby have hernia when he's usually fine? I'd like to ask what are the specific symptoms of hernia in male babies?Doctor's answer:
The typical clinical manifestations of inguinal hernia in male infants are that when intra-abdominal pressure decreases, a swollen lump reappears on the abdomen, and the lump can be voluntarily retracted into the abdominal cavity. If the child exhibits symptoms of recurrent hernia, such as a bulging navel and abdomen, and prolonged loud crying, it is essential to visit a hospital for examination. This can help detect the issue early and address it promptly.