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  • 5 Years
  • 14/08/2025

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’s inguinal or irreducible—ultrasound and surgeon review advised.

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