Question
Male, 5 months old, condition/symptom: Baby has a large hernia. Description of condition: Under non-impacted conditions, why is it recommended to have pediatric hernia surgery after one year old?
Answer
This is because pediatric hernias may naturally return to the abdominal cavity after one year old. If this occurs, abdominal pressure can be avoided through the use of an abdominal belt for compression treatment. Some children can recover and grow on their own within two years. If the hernia does not recover spontaneously, surgical treatment should be considered. For children under 2 years old, conservative treatment is the first choice, and surgery is not recommended. It is advised that you first go to the hospital for a check-up, as children’s hospitals can provide surgical repair and treatment. Children’s abdominal walls are relatively weak, and the risk of hooking is lower.