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Can hiatal hernia resolve on own? if i lose weight (5'3) and 150 lbs, and if i eat better? i cant stand the pressure it gives me .

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

The hernia: is actually a defect through which a portion of your stomach protrudes through an opening in your diaphragm causing heartburn or gastric distress. I agree that weight loss is a smart idea to relieve symptoms and the use of acid inhibitors like Pepcid, (famotidine) Zegerid or Prilosec will help.

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Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

Can hiatal hernia resolve on own? if i lose weight (5'3) and 150 lbs, and if i eat better? i cant stand the pressure it gives me .

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr David agreed

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