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Does Hiatal Hernia Cause GERD Symptoms?
Question: well, I've written a few times before and been to my doc. I have been struggling with gerd for 2 mos. now and can't believe it's still bothersome. I am on ranitidine at bedtime for 1 mo. My doctor suggested prilosec for 2 weeks in a.m. in addition if symtoms hadn't improved; which they really haven't. I'm wondering if this is caused by a hiatal hernia? Maybe until that is resolved this won't improve? I'm still having a glass of wine at night, which I thought I could do. I had a salad today at lunch, and it's now bothering me. Can't figure this thing out! Been on the prescription zantac for 10 days, and the morning prilosec for about 3 days. I'm getting upset........feel like I'm never going to be normal again. I did have this once before but it went away as soon as I dropped a few pounds. I am dropping a few pounds now; but I'm only about 12 lbs. overweight. What do you think?? Very frustrated.
Brief Answer:
Hi do not worry
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome to HCM
Thank you for your query
I understand your concern
Possibly you have a sensitive stomach and some reflux disease
Worthwhile getting an endoscopy done if not done earlier to look for hiatus hernia and any ulcerations in food pipe and stomach.
In addition try following things and see how you feel
Avoid stress
Avoid alcohol and smoking if any
Eat on time
Sleep at least 8hours a day
Ensure an discipline in your life style
Avoid sleeping two hours after meals
Don't take too much water during meals can take it one hour after meals
Can continue medications as you are taking
Sometimes your Gastroenterologist may prescribe you some medication to reduce the sensitivity of your stomach
All this will help you in long run.
Wish you a speedy recovery
Happy to help
Hi do not worry
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome to HCM
Thank you for your query
I understand your concern
Possibly you have a sensitive stomach and some reflux disease
Worthwhile getting an endoscopy done if not done earlier to look for hiatus hernia and any ulcerations in food pipe and stomach.
In addition try following things and see how you feel
Avoid stress
Avoid alcohol and smoking if any
Eat on time
Sleep at least 8hours a day
Ensure an discipline in your life style
Avoid sleeping two hours after meals
Don't take too much water during meals can take it one hour after meals
Can continue medications as you are taking
Sometimes your Gastroenterologist may prescribe you some medication to reduce the sensitivity of your stomach
All this will help you in long run.
Wish you a speedy recovery
Happy to help
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