Inguinal hernia in children can be dangerous if not treated

Stating that inguinal hernia in infants and children is a health problem that manifests itself with swelling in the inguinal region, Assoc. Dr. Süleyman Çelebi provided information about the symptoms and treatment of the disease.

Stating that a hernia occurs in the groin when the intestines exceed the abdominal wall, Pediatric Surgery Specialist Assoc. Dr. Süleyman Çelebi said, “The main symptom of an inguinal hernia in babies is a swelling under the skin in the groin or scrotum. The treatment is done with a surgical method,” he said.

ATTENTION TO ABNORMAL SHALLOWS IN THE groin

Assoc. Dr. Süleyman Çelebi shared the following information about how an inguinal hernia occurs in a baby:

“Spoon; It is the area between the abdomen and thighs. Inguinal hernia; It occurs when part of the intestine passes through an opening in the abdominal wall, the inguinal canal. The inguinal canal extends from the baby’s tummy to the genitals. The inguinal canal should close before birth, but sometimes it does not close completely. This leaves an open hole for your child’s intestines to pass through the inguinal canal. An abnormal swelling or mass may appear in your child’s groin or scrotum. Sometimes you may only notice bloating when your child is crying, coughing or straining.”

Stating that inguinal hernias usually develop on only one side of the child’s groin, Assoc. Dr. Süleyman Çelebi said, “They develop more frequently on the right side than on the left side. In about 10% of cases, inguinal hernias develop on both sides of the groin.

THE SBLING MAY GROW WHEN CRYING OR PUTTING

Emphasizing that inguinal hernia can affect infants, children and adults, Assoc. Dr. Çelebi said, “It is most common in children under the age of 6. About 90 percent of inguinal hernias seen in newborns are in male babies. Inguinal hernias are more common in premature babies. Inguinal hernia is seen in 1-5% of healthy, full-term male babies. “30 percent of premature babies are born with an inguinal hernia,” he said.

SERIOUS COMPLICATIONS CAN DEVELOP IF NOT TREATED

Stating that inguinal hernia can be treated with a simple surgical operation, but rarely serious complications may develop if left untreated, Assoc. Dr. Çelebi listed these problems as follows:

“Stuck or incarcerated hernia: Incarceration occurs when the hernia contents become compressed. When this occurs, the physician cannot push the hernia back into the child’s abdomen.

“Strangulated hernia: Strangulation can occur when a hernia gets stuck. This means that the blood supply to your child’s intestines is cut off. The lack of blood flow to your child’s intestines can cause tissue death. This is an extremely serious medical emergency.”

Underlining that the main symptom of inguinal hernia in children is a visible swelling under the skin in the groin or scrotum of the child, Assoc. Dr. Süleyman Çelebi said, “The swelling may increase after your child cries or strains. The bulge can come and go. Your child may shrink or disappear as they relax or sleep. “There may be a bulge on one or both sides of their groin,” he said. Assoc. Dr. Çelebi listed other important symptoms of inguinal hernia seen in childhood as follows:

“Pain and discomfort that improves with rest

“Heaviness or pressure in your groin

“Swollen scrotum

“Burning sensation in the protrusion area.

Grumpy and feeding difficulties in infants.”

IF YOU HAVE THESE SYMPTOMS, GET EMERGENCY MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

Noting that if the child has a (stuck) incarcerated hernia or a strangulated hernia, it is a medical emergency, Assoc. Dr. If any of the following symptoms are observed, Çelebi should immediately medical assistance.He said it should be taken:

“Severe pain or tenderness

“Redness and bruising around the protrusion area

“Anorexia

“Fire

“Nausea and vomiting

Bloody stool.”