Patient's question:
The child has a hernia, and we dare not let him cry loudly. I heard that hernias like this must be treated with surgery, otherwise if left for too long, it may have more serious effects on the baby's body. Is it necessary to have surgery for pediatric hernias?Doctor's answer:
Surgery is the best treatment for pediatric hernia. It is generally performed under general anesthesia with high ligation, which is safe and has a short operation time. If a hernia occurs, it is advisable to seek treatment early to prevent the contents of the hernia sac from becoming strangulated, which could increase the difficulty of the surgery and pose a risk to life. As for scrotal edema, it can be observed until the age of one year. If it does not disappear, surgical treatment should be considered; however, careful follow-up and monitoring are necessary to watch for the possibility of hernia formation. Surgery may still be necessary when needed.