Patient's question:
My child just turned 28 days old and was diagnosed with a hernia. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Generally, treatment is not recommended before the age of 2. After the age of 2, surgical treatment should be considered if the condition does not improve on its own. Surgical treatment is often the best option. Before the age of 2, the condition may improve on its own. Regularly, it is only necessary to prevent constipation, indigestion, and crying, which can increase abdominal pressure, as these factors may allow the condition to heal on its own. If a hernia bag can be purchased to cover the protruding area of the hernia, it may further increase the likelihood of spontaneous healing.