Patient's question:
My baby boy was diagnosed with a hernia at one month old. At first, it was just a lump, but now at three months, it has dropped into the scrotum and occurs during urination or defecation, then recovers afterward.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. The tightness should be appropriate, ensuring the lump does not drop down, and looser is better. If it is too tight, it may affect the child's development. Additionally, pay attention to the child's nutrition and try to minimize situations that increase abdominal pressure, such as crying, coughing, and constipation. After the age of one, the possibility of self-healing is almost lost, and surgical treatment should be considered. You should pay attention to observing the child and be cautious of hernia strangulation. If strangulation occurs, seek medical attention immediately.