Hiatal Hernia Treatment in Chennai

Hiatal Hernia occurs when an organ pushes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place. For example, the intestines may break through a weakened area in the abdominal wall. Hernias are most common in the abdomen, but they can also appear in the upper thigh, belly button, and groin areas. Most hernias are not immediately life threatening, but they don’t go away on their own and can require surgery to prevent potentially dangerous complications.

Causes of hernia:

Hernias are caused by a combination of muscle weakness and strain. Depending on its cause, a hernia can develop quickly or over a long period of time.

Common causes of muscle weakness include:

• Failure of the abdominal wall to close properly in the womb, which is a congenital defect
• Age
• Chronic coughing
• Damage from injury or surgery
• Being pregnant, which puts pressure on your abdomen
• Being constipated, which causes you to strain when having a bowel movement
• Heavy weight lifting
• Fluid in the abdomen, or ascites
• Suddenly gaining weight
• Persistent coughing or sneezing

When should you visit a doctor ?

• Swelling beneath the skin
• Pain while bending or doing things
• Vomiting blood
• Traces of blood in stools
• Burning sensation in heart
• Belching
• Chest pain
• Feeling full after meals

How is  Hiatal Hernia Treated?

Whether or not you need treatment depends on the size of your hernia and the severity of your symptoms. Your doctor may simply monitor your hernia for possible complications. Treatment options for a hernia include:

Lifestyle changes :Dietary changes can often treat the symptoms of a hiatal hernia. Avoid large or heavy meals, don’t lie down or bend over after a meal, and keep your body weight in a healthy range.If these changes in diet don’t eliminate your discomfort, you may need surgery to correct the hernia. You can also improve symptoms by avoiding foods that cause acid reflux or heartburn, such as spicy foods and tomato-based foods. Additionally, you can avoid reflux by losing weight and giving up cigarettes.

Medication :If you have a hiatal hernia, over-the-counter and prescription medications that reduce stomach acid can relieve your discomfort and improve symptoms.

Surgery :If your hernia is growing larger or causing pain, your doctor may decide that it’s best to operate. Your doctor may repair your hernia by sewing the hole in the abdominal wall closed during surgery. This is most commonly done by patching the hole with surgical mesh.Hernias can be repaired with either open or laparoscopic surgery. Laparoscopic surgery uses a tiny camera and miniaturized surgical equipment to repair the hernia using only a few small incisions. Laparoscopic surgery is less damaging to the surrounding tissue.

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