Question 1

can loosing weight get rid of my hiatal hernia?

Accepted Answer

No: The only way to get rid of a hiatal hernia is with surgery.  Losing weight may however help reduce or eliminate acid reflux, which often goes along with a hiatal hernia.

Question 2

i believe that i have a hiatal hernia due to the symptoms i have, what can i do to get rid of it? also, can i do regular exercise i.e. gym work.

Accepted Answer

Need an exam: You cannot tell what you may have by symptoms alone, and a significant hiatal hernia would be unlikely at age 18. Need to see a doctor for an exam. May be acid reflux, gastritis, etc. Do not go by feelings or symptoms alone. Also see a doctor before a major change in an exersice program.

Question 3

severe nausea last 3 days on and off. i have a hiatal hernia, esophagitis and ibs. i feel fine until i eat or drink something. its just constant nausea in my throat. i dont know how to get rid of it. would it be caused by any of those conditions?

Accepted Answer

: Nausea is rarely the lone symptoms of GERD and esophagitis. Nausea may be associated with IBS if you have severe constipation. If you are sexually active, pregnancy needs to be ruled out with a urine pregnancy test. Nausea could be the side effect of some common medications so I wonder if you are taking any new medication before that.

Question 4

i have a hiatal hernia and esophagitis. my acid reflux always stays in my throat when i get a flare up. i take esomeprazole and antacids but i dont think the antacids are working anymore. how do i get rid of this feeling. makes me severely nauseous?

Accepted Answer

: I think you should see your gastro MD again. Hope you feel better

Question 5

will losing weight reverse my hiatal hernia symptoms?

Accepted Answer

It should help.: Hiatal hernia is used synonymously with gerd, although one may have one without the other.  If you are referring to heartburn, yes, weight loss can usually improve symptoms.

Question 6

will losing weight help my chances of avoiding hiatal hernia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Obesity is a risk factor for hiatal hernia and you can avoid this by loosing weight.

Question 7

my husband was diagnosed with a hiatal hernia taking nexium, (esomeprazole) but he is losing weight, loss of appetite, and sleeps a lot could this be more then a herni?

Accepted Answer

Talk with your doc: Great question. When belly pain or any changes in our digestion are also associated with losing weight, it increases our level of our concern. If we feel bad, eat less, we will often lose weight. *but* it's important to check out other things too and make sure it's not the more worrisome things. Good for you!

Question 8

i want to know what's the treatment for hiatal hernia's?

Accepted Answer

Depends: On the size ; type of hiatal hernia. Most commonly medications are used to decrease acid in the stomach, avoid eating late at night or several hours before lsyonyg down. Sometimes surgical repair is indicated for some types of hiatal hernia. Newer non-invasive procedures are being developed.

Question 9

suggestions on pharm treatment for soa secondary to hiatal hernia?

Accepted Answer

Several: Reduce reflux: elevate head of bed.
Small meals and not late into evening before sleep.
No smoking
control weight
then antacids, blockers etc.

Question 10

are there surgeries that could prevent me from having another hiatal hernia?

Accepted Answer

Depends: There is no magic bullet, but the use of an implanted prosthetic to reinforce the area can help make it less likely that the hernia will recur. Other factors that contribute to hernia formation is chronic coughing in patients with COPD or who smoke, and being overweight. If those factors are present, then your pcp can help you remedy those.

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Can loosing weight get rid of my hiatal hernia

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Can loosing weight get rid of my hiatal hernia?

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I believe that i have a hiatal hernia due to the symptoms i have, what can i do to get rid of it? also, can i do regular exercise i.e. gym work.

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Severe nausea last 3 days on and off. i have a hiatal hernia, esophagitis and ibs. i feel fine until i eat or drink something. its just constant nausea in my throat. i dont know how to get rid of it. would it be caused by any of those conditions?

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I have a hiatal hernia and esophagitis. my acid reflux always stays in my throat when i get a flare up. i take esomeprazole and antacids but i dont think the antacids are working anymore. how do i get rid of this feeling. makes me severely nauseous?

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Will losing weight reverse my hiatal hernia symptoms?

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Will losing weight help my chances of avoiding hiatal hernia?

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My husband was diagnosed with a hiatal hernia taking nexium, (esomeprazole) but he is losing weight, loss of appetite, and sleeps a lot could this be more then a herni?

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I want to know what's the treatment for hiatal hernia's?

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Suggestions on pharm treatment for soa secondary to hiatal hernia?

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Are there surgeries that could prevent me from having another hiatal hernia?

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