Hernia surgery

An umbilical hernia happens when intestine, fat, or fluid pushes through a weak spot or hole in your baby's stomach muscles. This causes a bulge near or in the belly button, or navel. It may look like your child's belly button is swollen.Many children have an umbilical hernia at birth. The hernia usually isn't painful or dangerous, and it often closes on its own without treatment. In cases where the hernia is painful or causes discomfort, surgery may be performed to remove the hernia.

A inguinal hernia occurs near the groin area, between the belly and the thigh. Inguinal hernias can occur at any age but are most common in newborns but may not be noticeable for several weeks or months after birth. When your child has an inguinal hernia, you can usually see a bulge in the groin or scrotum. Inguinal hernias can be incarcerated or strangulated, discomfort and pain from a newborn should never be ignored. Please seek immediate medical attention if your baby is vomiting , the bulge is firmer or red.