Patient's question:
Recently, I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the results showed an inguinal hernia, which is very painful. What department should I go to for treatment?Doctor's answer:
Generally, the treatment of inguinal hernia should be performed by general surgery, because the most effective treatment for hernia is still surgical intervention. Through surgical methods, the abnormal local rupture site is repaired, and before the repair, the herniated contents must be returned to the abdominal cavity. Moreover, hernias are divided into many different types, such as direct hernias, indirect hernias, and inguinal hernias. The treatment methods vary depending on the specific condition, and the surgery should also be adjusted based on the actual situation. If you do not have an abdominal hernia but have a muscle condition in the waist area, it is recommended to consult an orthopedic department for follow-up treatment. Additionally, when the hernia is located in the chest, it can also be screened by the thoracic surgery department.