Understanding Hernia
Hernia in children is a condition where the intestine or any organ in the abdominal cavity moves out of its original position through a hole or pushes through a weak spot in the muscle or fascia, losing its strength to another position, and often results in a bulge in a certain area of the abdominal wall
Causes of Hernia
The majority of hernias are caused by a particular spot in the abdominal wall being weak or abnormally lax, allowing the underlying intestine to move into that area, resulting in a visible bulge
Treatment of Hernia
Hernia can be treated through surgery, which is not as frightful as it seems. This surgery does not cut into the abdominal cavity but merely repairs the problematic abdominal wall. The surgical process takes about 30 – 45 minutes, and the hospital allows patients to go home the same day.
Once the child recovers from the anesthesia and is fully awake without any complications, except for very young children, such as premature infants or children with certain chronic conditions like congenital heart defects, kidney diseases. Hernias in children often occur in the groin area, which can be seen in both boys and girls.
The organ most commonly involved in hernias is the small intestine. Hernias are a common condition found in people of all ages, races, and are of many types. Mostly, they are congenital anomalies, with a few occurring after abdominal surgeries
