Patient's question:
The child is six months old. During the postpartum period, they developed an inguinal hernia, first on one side and then on both sides.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 your child. The tightness should be appropriate, with the goal of preventing the lump from dropping down—looser is better. Too tight can affect your child's development. It's best for the doctor to wear the belt for your child the first time. 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 purpose is to prevent the lump from coming out.Additionally, pay attention to your 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 lost, and surgical treatment should be considered. You should observe your child carefully and be cautious of hernia strangulation. If strangulation occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
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