Has anyone had surgery for a hiyatal hernia?

Question

I know I spelled it wrong. But I am considering having surgery for my condition and I would like to know what to expect, recovery time, pain level. That sort of thing.

Answer 1

Hiatal Hernia
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
A hiatal (hi-A-tul) hernia occurs when a part of the stomach slides above the diaphragm (DIE-uh-fram), the thin muscle separating the stomach from the chest. This is a common problem and most people are not bothered by it. Your hernia may allow stomach acid to flow back into your esophagus (ee-sof-uh-gus), the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. With time, the stomach acid may irritate your esophagus and cause problems. If this happens, you may need surgery to repair the hernia.

Causes
You can be born with a hiatal hernia or develop one when you are older. A trauma or surgery can cause the problem too.

Signs/Symptoms
The most common symptom is burning in your chest (heartburn), especially at night when you are lying down. Other possible signs include burping and trouble swallowing.

Care
Usually, treatment at home is all that's needed. Surgery is required only if your symptoms get worse.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
You may use an over-the-counter antacid. Follow the directions on the label.
Eat 6 small meals instead of 3 big meals. This keeps your stomach from getting too full. Eat slowly. Don't lie down for 2 or 3 hours after eating. Don't eat or drink anything 1 to 2 hours before going to bed.
Avoid alcohol, caffeine beverages (colas, coffee, cocoa, tea), fatty foods, citrus fruits and other foods and drinks that seem to increase heartburn.
To help prevent heartburn at night, place 4- to 6-inch blocks under the head of your bed. This will keep your head and esophagus higher than your stomach. If you can't use blocks, sleep with several pillows under your head and shoulders.
Avoid bending over, especially after eating. Also avoid straining during bowel movements or when urinating or lifting things.
Don't wear clothing that constricts the chest or stomach.
Don't smoke. Smoking often causes the stomach to make more acid.
If you are overweight, lose weight. Ask your doctor for a weight loss plan.
Call Your Doctor If...
Your symptoms don't improve in a few days, or they get worse.
You develop a high temperature.
Seek Care Immediately If...
You vomit blood or have recurrent vomiting.
You develop severe chest pain along with nausea, sweating, or shortness of breath

My husband have had two hiatal hernias reduction surgeries. Expected downtime is three weeks. It was very painful and uncomfortable before the surgery. ther surgery really help the discomfort.

The main thing to remember is to ask the doctor to use this sterile mesh patch. This prevents the hiatal hernia from reoccurrence.

Answer 2

I went through hernia surgery about 4 years ago. I was about 25. I was scared because it was my first surgery. It won't be too bad. The first week after the surgery you might be in some pain, but you most likely will have medicine for the pain. I feel better now that I had the surgery. Good Luck!

Answer 3

My 80 year old father-in-law had surgery, and did really well. I figure if a 80 year old man could go through it, you'll go through with flying colors. He had some pain after the surgery but he was out of the hospital the next day going about his business. He's doing great.

Answer 4

Hernia surgery is very safe nowadays. My cousin got her Hernia and Gall bladder surgery in India by the company called Forerunners Healthcare .The Price for the surgery she paid in India was very less. She paid 30% of the cost she was quoted in America.

Forerunners Healthcare is very famous in India. They arrange Gall bladder, Appendix and Laparoscopy surgery for foreigners in India. I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and about their patient stories. They arrange financing for USA, Canadian, UK and other international patients who plan to have surgery abroad for low price, as Hernia, Gall bladder, appendix and other minimal invasive surgery is not covered by insurance. They also have photos pasted of their International patients. You can checkout their website. There are huge cost savings. As a doctor I personally believe that surgery can be easily handled in India, as the quality of healthcare available In India is simply best in the world. The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.

http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com
Hope this helps.