Patient's question:
I am 34 years old. Recently, for some reason, I have been feeling nauseous and wanting to vomit. My stomach has been, sometimes with symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux. I went to the hospital, and it was fine for a while, but then it started again. What exactly is a hiatal hernia?Doctor's answer:
Hiatal hernia is a disease caused by abdominal organs passing through the esophageal hiatus into the thoracic cavity. Hiatal hernia is relatively common and has associated diseases. The causes of hiatal hernia may include congenital esophageal developmental abnormalities, long-term high intra-abdominal pressure, such as pregnancy in adult women, ascites due to liver cirrhosis, chronic constipation, etc. Treatment can be surgical. In terms of diet, it is recommended to eat less high-fat foods, fried foods, and spicy foods. Fresh vegetables can also be consumed. Drink a glass of plain water every morning, and do not eat anything before taking a nap in the evening.