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Question: Hiatus hernia...He wants to know if there are certain foods that may help with his pain? he's in a lot of discomfort and has been told they can't operate as it means going through his back??
Thanks everyone...
Answers: Hiatus hernia...He wants to know if there are certain foods that may help with his pain? he's in a lot of discomfort and has been told they can't operate as it means going through his back??
Thanks everyone...
I think your friend needs to find a new surgeon. Every hiatal hernia repair I ever assisted with was done either with an open abdomen or laproscopy- I've never heard of going in through the back. I am not even sure how that would work. In some cases a small herniation can be monitored, but from the sounds of it, he's a good candidate for the repair. At any rate, in the meantime, these are the best suggestions I have for him:
Eat small meals. Large meals can distend your stomach, pushing it into your chest.
Avoid problem foods and alcohol. Try to avoid alcohol, caffeinated drinks, chocolate, onions, spicy foods, spearmint and peppermint