Patient's question:
I've been having stomach pain recently and have visited many hospitals. Some say it's a hernia, while others say it's lymphatic blockage. Could it be an inguinal hernia in infants?Doctor's answer:
The inguinal hernia of infants, those with congenital inguinal hernia, is usually associated with incomplete growth and development. This is primarily due to the incomplete or insufficient closure of the processus vaginalis. Additionally, factors such as prolonged crying, difficulty in defecation, and coughing in infants can lead to increased intra-abdominal pressure, causing the weak abdominal organs to protrude through the inguinal region. As a result, inguinal hernias in infants under one year old can be managed conservatively without the need for surgery.