1. Do all inguinal hernias require surgery? A: If you have a hernia without any discomfort, you can follow up and observe; however, if you are diagnosed with a femoral hernia or if the hernia sac is recently found to be enlarged, you need surgery in time even if there is no discomfort. If there is discomfort in the groin area, even with small abdominal or urinary discomfort, etc., elective surgery is required. If the mass (hernia) is stuck and does not disappear with unbearable pain, emergency surgery is required to avoid intestinal necrosis. 2.If inguinal hernia surgery is performed, what is the best method? A: Tension-free hernia repair with the application of an artificial patch is currently the main method of surgical treatment, which can reduce postoperative pain, shorten the recovery time and decrease the recurrence rate of the hernia. There are many different surgical methods, and there is no “golden procedure” that is best. The choice is based on the patient’s specific situation and the surgeon’s skills. 3.Can I operate after being hospitalized? A: Generally, surgery is possible after the routine pre-surgical examination. However, for elderly patients with asthma, cough, constipation or prostatic hypertrophy, or even severe ascites, active medical management is required, and surgery will be performed after the aforementioned symptoms are relieved or improved. 4.How much does hospitalization cost? A: Depending on the choice of anesthesia (local/lumbar/general anesthesia) and artificial patch, the total cost of hospitalization is between 5,000 and 100,000 RMB. Currently, the average cost of non-laparoscopic surgery is around 7000 RMB. The whole hospital stay is 4-6 days. 5.What should I pay attention to after hernia surgery? A: The incision is usually closed with intradermal absorbable sutures, which do not need to be removed and can be bathed two weeks after surgery. Avoid cold and cough after discharge. Keep urine and stool open. You can take a walk within two weeks. After one month, you can do light housework, jogging or playing tai chi. Resume normal activities after three months. Since there is a possibility of recurrence after hernia surgery, it is advisable to return to the hospital for follow-up one month and three months after surgery.