Paediatric surgeons perform operations on babies and children — for congenital conditions, hernias, appendicitis and childhood surgical problems.
Yes — groin (inguinal) hernias are common in children, especially infants, and are usually repaired with a small operation to prevent complications.
Children may not describe pain clearly; look for tummy pain moving to the lower right, fever, vomiting and refusing food. It needs prompt assessment as it can worsen quickly.
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