What to do about an inguinal hernia

Inguinal hernias can be treated surgically or non-surgically. Inguinal hernia is a common surgical condition that occurs most often in the elderly and infants. Degeneration of abdominal wall muscles and increased intra-abdominal pressure in middle-aged and elderly people are the two main triggers for the onset of the disease. Prolonged constipation, coughing, difficulty in defecation, difficulty in urination, as well as those who have been engaged in heavy physical activities for a long period of time can cause an increase in intra-abdominal pressure and lead to inguinal hernia. 1. Infants and young children under one year of age may not be operated on for the time being, as the abdominal wall strength can be gradually strengthened with the growth of the infant’s body, and the hernia has the possibility of healing on its own. For older patients or those with serious underlying diseases, a hernia belt can be worn to relieve the symptoms. 2. Surgery, for young patients hernia if not treated in time, hernia will only get bigger and bigger, the effect of medication is poor, the hernia is getting bigger and bigger leading to more and more serious abdominal wall defects, surgical repair is the only way to treat hernia. Suggestions: avoid strenuous activities for three months after surgery to reduce the chance of recurrence after surgery, avoid constipation, eat more laxative food. If inguinal hernia exists, it is recommended to seek early medical treatment and follow the doctor’s instructions for systematic treatment.