Question
My child has a sore throat and coughs in the morning, with nasal congestion. Can they have pediatric hernia surgery under these circumstances? I was planning to book the surgery for these two days, but when I went to book it last time, I was told that the child has a rhinitis that hasn’t healed yet and cannot undergo surgery. Now, can they have surgery during this cold?
Answer
Generally, it is not recommended to undergo surgery when a child is sick with a cold, as their immune system is weakened at this time. However, if the baby’s hernia has recurred with an incarcerated condition, early surgical treatment is necessary, and symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication should be administered postoperatively. It is advisable to follow the specific advice of your local doctor. At the same time, use appropriate antiviral medications to treat your child’s cold, ensure they drink plenty of water, and get adequate rest.