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Hiatus Hernia and breathing issues

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Kristo
Kristo

Hi all.I have a 3 cm sliding haitus hernia and rather alot of symptoms lately all with witch i can kind of deal with exept one,and its breathing issues or to put it better i have the stamina of a old man and i am only 33.when i walk stairs or pick something up i have to stop and catch my breath.I would go to the gym 4 times a week and now well i am basicly house bound.went for the lungs and heart tests and all seems fine there.its 5 years now that i have this thing,but the last few months i am struggling as not being physicly able is getting to me.doctors seem to be a bit lost here when it comes to this and feels like i am on a goose chase with these tests.Does ANYBoDY experience this?

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  • wanda39848
    wanda39848 Kristo

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    I have also had this problem for many, many years. Gastroenterologists told me it was Hiatus hernis, but at last i sawone who diagnosed me with irritabe bowel. It is caused by a food intolerance. So see one who has knowledge about this. I have been put on what is called a fodmap diet, still
  • wanda39848
    wanda39848 Kristo

    Posted

    Hello, I have been diagnosed with Irritable boweel which is caused by food intolerance. Just have to find a gastroenterologist that is knowledgeable about this. i have been put on what is called a fodmap diet. Still struggling with some of my eating. Bloat something terrible and find impossible to pass gas. Pain also in my lower back and up under right shoulder blade. Stress makes it worse. Do hope this helps. Would like to hear back how you get on.
    • wanda39848
      wanda39848 Kristo

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      Yes Kristo. Because the bloating associated with IBS causes the stomach to press up under the diaphragm and cause pressure. Caused pain in the back under the right shoulder blade also right side because if you lift anything heave you breath too deep and that caused big problems. It can cause stroke and/or heart attach because of the rrstriction of the breathingh. Also if the bowel isn't kept moving cand actually cause death nby bowel rupture. It is a very nasty complaint. I would be seeking more information. Sometimes they have to do a small bowel biopsy to see if there is a problem there. I just cannot pass the amount of gas that forms> The fodmap diet is quite complex. i have bought a book written by Sue Shephard on fodmaps. If you have a computer google IBS and look at what it says. Also google Fodmap diets and they have some very tasty dishes which are fodmap free and also low fodmap recipes. The work fodmap stands for fermentable.........to much to write here but very interesting to know,. I have had it all my life. Had appenics out at an early age because the pain resembled that. Took gall bladder out and still no relief. Finally diagnosed with IBS. It is caused by food intolerances. I am off all dairy and wheat has helped a bit. Sugar is also a no no. hope this is helpful. Let me know what you think after youy read all about it.

       

    • Kristo
      Kristo wanda39848

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      Thank you for your valuable input,i will investigate this possibility
    • sandra92248
      sandra92248 wanda39848

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      If u get different pains in different spots and Different locations it could be you have Fibromyalgia too

      Just saying I'm not noooooo Dr though

  • sharon_60853
    sharon_60853 Kristo

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    Yes I have it all the time I even get out of breath when I talk my hernia is 10cm and I am back at hospital tomorrow to find out if they are operating or not
    • Kristo
      Kristo sharon_60853

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      Let me know if you get the op,i am seriously gonna try to push for it,even though the first surgeon said he dont think i need it.Good luck
    • Tammyshernia
      Tammyshernia sharon_60853

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      Sharon did you have the surgery for your hiatal hernia paraesophageal is what I just had done I need to ask someone who has had the the surgery some ? Please let me no
  • Otep
    Otep Kristo

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    Hey dude. Your not alone. When I was 30 I got diagnosed with a 3cm sliding hernia after going to the doctors with discomfort around my diaphragm/stomach. Anyway I was 31 a year later and I awoke one morning and realized my breathing seemed odd. It felt strange . Bending over and picking things up, stairs, running, talking...anything that should be simple just isn't anymore. I get out of breath and other sensations around my throat and diaphragm area. This all happened overnight. I never got out of breath before, even hardcore workouts barely phased me. It gets me down too man but I don't know what to do either. All I can say is that where these hernias are they push on main nerve and vein bundles. Including vagus nerve which controls all kinds of things. The veins being restricted also limit blood flow.
    • Kristo
      Kristo Otep

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      Thank for the reply,it feels good not to be alone in this if you know what i mean.I just do not think most doctors are aware of ow much a hernia can affect you.They look at you,cuz you are young and look healthy on the outside they say Meh!its stress.Hope you find a solution,best of luck
  • argzxoni
    argzxoni Kristo

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    Hi Kristo you havent said what meds you are on.
    • Kristo
      Kristo argzxoni

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      I am on omeprazol 20 mg morning and 20 mg before  bed.thats it
    • argzxoni
      argzxoni Kristo

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      I was on those for 2/12 years and felt nausius and breathless nearly all the time,had a word with the Dr and he said although these new drugs are great the bees knees to some people they don,t work for every one and the old drugs zantac etc have been pushed in the background but can be just as effective for some,so he put me on the old Ranitidine and although I,ve only been on them for a week i,m a lot better,nausia almost gone and not as breathless.I was put on 2 tablets a day but I find one is enough to ease the symptoms.I,m going to see a gastroenterologist in August to see if he can sort out the probs I,ll see how things mature from there.Hope you are soon feeling better and don,t be afraid to go back to your Drs if things aren,t right,you know best how you feel.good luck.
    • Kristo
      Kristo argzxoni

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      great to hear.I have been wondering about these meds now for a while and thinking mbey after this long its causing some issues.Think i will ask for that Ranitidine you mentioned,it cannot hurt more i suppose.Thanks argz
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