How does a month baby umbilical hernia do?

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My baby is almost one year old, but the navel bulges very hard, which is what people call umbilical hernia. Especially when the baby cries, the abdominal mass will become very big. Every time I see him, I am very worried about him. I wanted to go to the treatment immediately, but on the one hand, the child is too young, On the other hand, some people say that children can get self-healing when they are older, but it's not good after waiting for a long time, so they are more worried. Let's take a look at the following.

How does a month baby umbilical hernia do?

First: Generally speaking, if the baby's umbilical hernia is still not self-healing at the age of two, then it can no longer be allowed to go on at this time, and surgical treatment must be carried out. As long as the umbilical hernia is less than 1.5 cm, infants before the age of two should be observed for a period of time, because most children will heal themselves, so parents do not need to worry too much.

Second: usually try not to let the baby cry, increase abdominal pressure, make the symptoms of umbilical hernia heavier, but also to prevent constipation, cold and cough. Usually should care for the skin around the navel, as long as the skin is complete, no damage can, usually wear clothes change diapers or something, also do not have to avoid this place.

Third: before the age of two, if the baby can also be treated conservatively, such as sticking with adhesive tape, it can play a certain role, and then change the adhesive tape once a week, but if the child has symptoms of dermatitis due to sticking adhesive tape, then it should use abdominal bandage instead.

matters needing attention

Usually should pay attention to the child's nutritional balance, to six months later, should gradually add complementary food, but this time more to prevent constipation, pay attention not to let it abdominal distension, so as not to aggravate the symptoms of umbilical hernia.