My nephew was just diagnosed with Harnia based on his sonography report. I'm really worried does this condition usually require surgery or are there other treatment options we should consider first?

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Most hernias in children need surgery, especially if it‚Äôs inguinal or irreducible‚Äîultrasound and surgeon review advised.

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