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2006-09-27 22:35:38 · 3 answers · asked by neurocom 2 in Health Alternative Medicine

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The only cure is surgical.

Here's a link that discusses both the anatomy and the procedure with videos:

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e143/Nintai/Naruto%20photos/Kiba_and_Akamaru_by_irishgirl982.jpg

2006-09-27 22:36:56 · answer #1 · answered by IAINTELLEN 6 · 0 0

Treatment
Treatment is called for only when the hernia results in symptoms, such as persistent heartburn or difficulty in swallowing. Acid inflammation and ulceration of the lower esophagus also require treatment.

General guidelines for treating heartburn and esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus) are:

Avoid (or use only in moderation) foods and substances that increase reflux of acid into the esophagus, such as:
nicotine (cigarettes)
caffeine
chocolate
fatty foods
peppermint
alcohol
spearmint
Eat smaller, more frequent meals and do not eat within 2-3 hours of bedtime.
Avoid bending, stooping, abdominal exercises, tight belts, and girdles all of which increase abdominal pressure and cause reflux.
If overweight, lose weight. Obesity also increases abdominal pressure.
Prescription medications. Certain drugs, such as intestinal antispasmodics, calcium channel blockers, and some antidepressants weaken the muscle strength of the lower espohagus.
Elevate the head of the bed 8 to 10 inches by putting pillows or a wedge under the upper part of the mattress. Gravity then helps keep stomach acid out of the esophagus while sleeping.
Other Treatments

Drugs -- Some medicines effectively reduce the secretion of stomach acid, while others increase the muscle strength of the lower esophagus, thereby reducing acid reflux.
Surgery -- The complicated hiatus hernia requires surgery occasionally on an emergency basis. Surgery otherwise is reserved for those patients with complications that cannot be handled with medications. The mere presence of a hiatus hernia is not a reason for surgery.

2006-09-27 22:38:36 · answer #2 · answered by LVieau 6 · 0 0

what mac said

2006-09-30 10:27:50 · answer #3 · answered by jyd9999 6 · 0 0

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