Patient's question:
At the age of two and a half months, a lump was found in the groin area.Doctor's answer:
Hello, children with hernia have a possibility of self-healing before the age of one. You can use a hernia belt to treat it, ensuring the tightness is appropriate—loose enough so that the lump doesn't drop down, the looser the better. If it's too tight, it may affect the child's development. The first time, it's best for a doctor to put it on for the child. Alternatively, you can wrap a 1-yuan coin in soft cloth, press the lump back into the abdomen, and then secure it with adhesive tape. The goal is to prevent the lump from coming out.Additionally, pay attention to the child's nutrition and try to minimize situations that increase abdominal pressure, such as crying, coughing, or constipation. After the age of one, the possibility of self-healing is almost completely lost, and surgical treatment should be considered. You should observe the child carefully and be cautious of hernia strangulation. If strangulation occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
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