hernia in infants (girls)

Anyone have a daughter that developed a hernia? Saw a mass on her upper left leg where it connects to her stomach and took her in to the doc today. Turns out it's a hernia and are going to see a pediatric surgeon on Wed. Doc says it's nothing to worry about now though chances are she will have to have a procedure in the future. Just wondering if anyone else had a similar experience... From what I've been reading, it's very common in premature babies though she was only 3 weeks early. The hernia is the least harmful of the types, but I'm already feeling so bad for this little one.

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My sister had one and the ped. said it would go away on its on. My mother just left it. My brother on the other hand had to have surgery at 2 or 3 years old. See what the doctor says tomorrow.

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Thank you. That's comforting to hear. I hope it's the same case for dd.

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Maddie was born with a hernia. Pediatrician checked it at every appointment & it healed on its own.

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And absolutely GORGEOUS avatar!

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I would be THRILLED to hear those precious words! Hopefully she will be just as lucky as Maddie. And thank you for your kind words!