Inguinal Hernia Surgery vs Other Options: How to Decide
Short answer: Before inguinal hernia surgery, less invasive options are usually considered: there is no medical treatment that cures a hernia; surgery is the definitive solution. The final decision is made by the specialist based on your case.
Are there alternatives to inguinal hernia surgery? Sometimes there are.
Options
There is no medical treatment that cures a hernia; surgery is the definitive solution.
When surgery is preferred
When symptoms persist, there is risk, or conservative options fail. The specialist decides the indication; results vary from person to person.