Patient's question:
Two and a half years old, female, today said there is a sense of fullness in the lower abdomen, and a small lump has protruded near the navel. It was also present before. I had an ultrasound done. I was afraid it might be an inguinal hernia, but the examination showed it wasn't. Today, it looks quite prominent, on the left side.Doctor's answer:
Most hernia repairs can be completed within one or two hours. Typically, patients need to stay in the hospital for one to three days. Sometimes, depending on the surgical method and the patient's condition, hospitalization may not be required after the surgery, and the patient can go home for recovery. Patients can return to normal life about a week after the stitches are removed. If the lump cannot return to the abdominal cavity, there may be more abdominal pain, more crying, followed by symptoms of intestinal obstruction such as vomiting, bloating, and changes in bowel movements. An oval-shaped tumor can be seen in the groin or scrotum. It has a hard texture and is clearly palpable. The skin may become red and swollen after prolonged incarceration. If the intestines cannot return to their normal position for a long time, serious complications such as intestinal ischemia and necrosis may occur.