Patient's question:
The son is now 3 years and 11 months old. Less than a month after birth, it was discovered that he had a hernia, specifically on the right side, but not on the left. It gets bigger whenever he cries and returns to normal when he's not crying. When the hernia comes down, it looks like a sugar bean. Can it be treated without surgery?Doctor's answer:
I'm happy to explain this for you. A child having an inguinal hernia is mainly due to weak abdominal wall muscles, which can be caused by crying and constipation leading to reduced abdominal pressure. Based on the child's condition, it is recommended to pay attention to dietary adjustments, eat more vegetables and fruits, prevent constipation, avoid loud crying, and use a hernia belt for observation when necessary. If it doesn't improve by the time the baby is around 6 months old, surgical treatment can be considered. The above is my suggestion for this issue. I hope it helps you, and wish you a speedy recovery!