- male
- 1 Years
- 14/08/2025
My 1-year-old nephew was diagnosed with intermittent exotropia. I'm wondering if patching can really help fix this or if surgery is the only option. How effective are non-surgical treatments for kids this young?
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Small inguinal hernias may be managed conservatively, but no proven Ayurvedic/homeopathy cure; untreated hernias may enlarge or strangulate, risking future complications.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Ophthalmologist
Answered 14/08/2025
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