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rozina56771
rozina56771

I have been diagnosed with Small hiatus hernia is that something to worry about or does it not need treatment because its small yet or with out medication will it go big..

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  • geraldine44421
    geraldine44421 rozina56771

    Posted

    Hi Rozina

    I too have a small hiatus hernia

    i am not sure if it gets bigger as such. Your doctor would definitely answer that. Some people have big hernias that seem to not cause symptoms. I havd hadf reflux for years and that is worse. I havecto restrict myself to get any relief;no alcohol,no caffeine,no big meals,elevate the head if bed 8 inches. Can be depressing. I drank coffee for years and strong tea most of my adult life so I miss it. 

    You may stay symptom free. Good luck. 

    Obviously age is a factor. I am 50+

    the younger you are the best chance there is of coping and preventing flare ups

    i would have a chat with a gp you can talj to. Internet is ok but it is always best to talk to a professional 

  • Glennie68
    Glennie68 rozina56771

    Posted

    I have a small hiatus hernia - and I have problems like Geraldine. I think it depends on how much it is effecting you life. I am looking into surgery - as I don't tolerate the meds very well. You do have to be careful about lifting - as this can make your hernia worse. 
  • judy54212
    judy54212 rozina56771

    Posted

    Roz,

     I agree . It depends on your symptoms. It is a warning sign and your body can probably do with some changes to keep it  small.  Hiatus hernias can be caused by too much weight , if that is a problem then alter your diet slowly to help yourself. Do you have acid reflux? I have a very large paraesophageal hiatus hernia with loads of symptoms. I have been told that I need an operation and got a call to have the operation but it got cancelled because someone else needed the surgeon more than me. The operation is no walk in the park so anything you can do to stay away from it is preferable. Talking to your GP is honestly the best thing you can do for yourself. 

    JudyJudy

    • rozina56771
      rozina56771 judy54212

      Posted

      Thanks for your reply I am going see my Dr this week I am not over weight anyhow and I also have Coeliac Desease so may be its related to that i dont know I just wanted know if it goes big or not so but I will have a word with the Dr any what they say.

      Thanks for your reply

  • judy54212
    judy54212 rozina56771

    Posted

    Hi Rozina, 

    what a neat name. I think the size of the hernia may not be the issue, the symptoms are the issue. So what are your symptoms and have you been given any medication to control them ? My hernia is large and wasn't symptomatic until the last few years. If you have a sliding hernia then you probably have heartburn. Mine is  beside my esophagus and sometimes I feel like I'm nine months pregnant . I just can't seem to stop belching. My ribs hurt often from the pressure and I have lots of trouble with digestion. 

    Thanks to all who wished me well on my surgery tomorrow. I'm trying to make the hands on the clock move faster. One more meal until I am on a liquid diet . 

    Judy

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