Patient's question:
I have had poor eating habits for a long time. Basically, I don't eat breakfast, then have a small meal at noon and another at dinner. I also prefer to eat rough food. Lately, I've been frequently experiencing nausea and abdominal pain. After a thorough examination at the hospital, it was found that I have a hiatal hernia. How is the treatment for a hiatal hernia?Doctor's answer:
Gastroptosis can be treated with medication. Medications can include those that protect the gastric mucosa and those that enhance gastrointestinal motility to stabilize gastrointestinal function. Acupuncture, moxibustion, and traditional Chinese medicine can also be used for treatment. If the symptoms are severe, surgical treatment may be necessary. It is recommended to maintain a regular diet, eat three meals on time and in appropriate quantities, have small and frequent meals, avoid overeating, and not consume extremely cold, spicy, fried, or hard foods.