Patient's question:
Your son usually keeps his scrotum well retracted, but only during rare instances of crying or when he gets hot, one of his testicles may swell down. When he went to the hospital, the doctor forcefully squeezed the baby's testicle, and then the baby started crying. In the end, the testicle became very large. At that time, it was thought to be caused by crying, but later it never returned to its original position.What kind of help is needed: What should be done if you have an inguinal hernia?
Doctor's answer:
Hernia refers to a condition where a small part of the human body or organ reverts to its original position, protruding into another area through gaps, scars, or weak spots in the body. In the early stages of infantile hernia, there is usually no significant pain. Pain becomes noticeable only when the herniated mass cannot return to its place, causing the infant to cry excessively. Infants under six months old with hernia should undergo surgery as early as possible for a complete cure. Rest is important, and when the hernia descends, gently push it back into the abdominal cavity with your hand. Proper nutrition should be maintained, and foods that help replenish qi, such as beans, Chinese yam, chicken, eggs, fish, and meat, can be consumed regularly.