1 The main causes of the disease

The causes of this pathology may be different. The umbilical hernia itself looks like a protrusion that forms in the region of the umbilical ring. If you click on the problem area, the finger will go deep into the abdominal cavity, even with slight pressure. A similar phenomenon is not uncommon for newborn babies. Physicians have already identified a risk group for children who may develop a similar problem.

Just because the umbilical hernia can not appear. This is always facilitated by provocative factors. To the main reasons, because of which a newborn can have a hernia in the navel, is the prematurity of the child. Most of the children who were born before the term receive a diagnosis of "umbilical hernia".Also, to the disposing factors that may affect the development of such a disease, it is necessary to include congenital defects of the anterior abdominal wall, weak muscles or connective tissues in this area, as well as the presence of rickets. Bad heredity can also play a role in the formation of umbilical hernia.

But not only pathologies and congenital factors can cause such a problem. Sometimes a hernia appears in babies not immediately after birth, but a little later, and this is influenced by such processes as severe crying, coughing and colic. That is, when a young child has to strain his belly for a long time, it can lead to loosening of the ligament tissue, which will result in an umbilical hernia.

If you look at medical statistics, it becomes clear that congenital or acquired hernia in small patients is quite common. In most cases, surgeons try not to prescribe an operation, as often the pathology itself passes. Nevertheless, in order to reduce the risks of complications and accelerate the recovery of a small patient, the use of a special supporting patch "Porofix" is prescribed. In addition to this, often use therapeutic massage procedures, gymnastics and simple restoratives that will not harm the baby.

2 Features of

This tool appeared not so long ago, but very quickly gained popularity. The thing is that specialists and parents of sick children immediately noted the high level of effectiveness of such a tool. At the moment, it is "Porofix" that is considered the safest, modern and effective remedy for eliminating the symptoms of umbilical hernia in newborns.

The specialists from Germany and Austria were engaged in the development of a patch, which has been actively appointed by Russian doctors for several years already. The very idea belongs to the company Lohman & Rausher. Specialists of this center managed to create an effective supporting tool, which is no more difficult to use than a regular adhesive plaster.

The peculiarity of this product is not only its appearance, but also the materials used for manufacturing. At the heart of the plaster only high-quality and hypo-allergenic materials are used. The product has passed all the necessary tests and tests, so parents can not worry about the fact that the plaster will cause an allergic reaction or irritation on the delicate skin of the baby.

The adhesive plaster itself differs in shape. One device consists of two parts, which perfectly support the navel in that position, as provided by nature. Both parts are attached to the baby's skin, like a strap that fixes and supports the umbilical ring. Adhesive adhesive very well, as it has an excellent adhesive base. It is absolutely safe for the child's body and does not cause allergies.

3 Instructions for use

"Porofix" has a special design that keeps internal organs in the places where they should be. Over time, when the children's body is strong enough, the hernia will recede, and the muscles will support themselves all in the right position. The patch allows you to minimize the pressure on the umbilical ring, which speeds up the process of getting rid of the pathology. Muscles of the abdominal press begin to strengthen together with how the baby grows. By a certain age, he will not have a hernia and a trace. But a positive effect can be achieved only if you go through the entire course of treatment.

There is nothing difficult in using a maintenance patch. Experts recommend starting treatment immediately, as soon as the problem is diagnosed by a doctor. If you start using Porophix at the initial stage of umbilical hernia development, you can get rid of the problem quickly and easily. The length of the course of treatment can be consulted by a doctor.

Apply the patch strictly according to the instructions. It should be applied only to well-cleansed skin. To do this, use wet wipes with antibacterial effect. Next, you have to wait until the skin dries, and then place two parts of the "Porofix" patch on either side of the navel. The distance between the elements should not be more than 4 cm.

Before fixing the supporting patch, it is necessary to press the hernia slightly so that the interiors are in place, and then immediately fix everything. For this, one side of the product is cut into the second and tightened like a belt.

It is very important to carry out this procedure correctly so that the child does not experience any discomfort. Undoubtedly, the newborn baby will not say that he is worried, but parents will note the increased capriciousness of the child.

One supporting adhesive can be worn for 24 hours. It is advisable to change it in the evening after carrying out hygienic procedures. This is not only convenient and painless, since in warm water the supporting patch can be removed very easily. After the baby is immersed in warm water, the edges of the product will begin to become unstuck. In the future, it will not be difficult to remove the patch completely.

After the "Porophix" has been peeled off from the child's body, it is necessary to treat the skin at the place of its stay with a baby cream with dexpanthenol. Next, you need to wait for the full drying of the skin and you can glue the new patch.

4 How long does the treatment last?

It all depends on the complexity of the disease. About how long it will take to use a patch "Porofix", the pediatrician will be able to tell. The minimum course is 10 days, but in the most difficult situations, the duration of treatment can be up to 1 month.

Given how much the purchase of adhesive patches can be, it is allowed to wear the same element for up to 3 days. But all this time he should not be in contact with water. The price of one patch "Porofix" is about 200 rubles. Use the product only if prescribed by a doctor.