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Inguinal Hernia

2019-02-11 21:49:00
My daughter has a small Inguinal Hernia about 3.4mm in the right side. Couple of doctors are suggesting surgery. Can this be cured without a surgery considering her tender age of 2yrs? Are there any alternative treatments available? Please advise
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Answered2019-02-13 10:09:50

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No alternative to surgery . Bcoz there is weakness in body wall through which intestines protruding out.

Answered2019-02-12 01:13:44

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It should be operated by Pediatric Surgeon...

Answered2019-02-13 06:40:25

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Dear parents,      If a cloth tears or give way, what is solution? Rafuee, similarly inguinal hernia is give way &surgical Rafuee is required No other alternative. The more you delay the more it extend.

Answered2019-02-12 04:35:11

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