Question
A four-month-old baby has developed a hernia the size of a thumb next to the scrotum in the groin area. How should it be handled? I took the child to see a doctor today, and the doctor diagnosed it as an indirect hernia and prescribed two doses of traditional Chinese medicine. Hi, will there be side effects if such a young child takes traditional Chinese medicine?
Answer
Generally speaking, for inguinal hernias in children under four years old, they have the potential to heal spontaneously as the child grows and the abdominal wall muscles strengthen. It is recommended to use a hernia belt to compress and prevent further development of the hernia. If the hernia has not healed by the age of four, surgical treatment can be considered, including laparoscopic surgery or tension-free mesh repair. I hope these suggestions are helpful to you, and wish you health!