anyone have a hiatal hernia? - Hernia Message Board

carisa · 09-30-2006, 03:34 PM

I was just diagnosed with a hiatal hernia and I was wondering if anyone on here has one and what they have done to relieve the symptoms. Right now I am on prilosec otc 20mg three times a day before each meal. It's working ok, but I feel like I could find something that works better. Also, what are your symptoms from the hiatal hernia. Mine is mainly just a stomach ache.

confused32 · 10-01-2006, 06:48 AM

I was just told i have a hiatal hernia by my cardiologist. I have been having alot of anxiety and stress over the last 6 months so i dont know if this caused it or if stress can cause one. I have been having several stomache problems. Excess gas, bloating and belching. It seems i have to be very careful on what i eat due to it making me have horrible stomache pains. I dont know if the hernia is causing that or not. I am not taking anything for it as of right now, just tums when the problems kick in.

Canyondweller · 10-01-2006, 08:26 PM

Hiatal's are very common but don't always bother people. If everyone was checked for them probably most people would show they have them. The main thing is to eat smaller meals and keep a record of what you eat to see what bothers you the most. It is different for everyone but fresh fruits and veggies are hard to digest. I know they are good for you but keep away from the skins on grapes, apples, etc. and cook the veggies. Try to do without dairy for a while and see if it helps.