Understanding Hiatal Hernia -- Prevention
How Can I Prevent a Hiatal Hernia?
To prevent symptoms of a hiatal hernia:
- Wear loose clothing. Anything that presses on the stomach can aggravate hiatal hernia symptoms.
- When your stomach is full, avoid bending over or lying down. This increases abdominal pressure and makes gravity work against you, so heartburn is more likely.
- Do not bend over or lie down for two to three hours after eating.
To prevent hiatal hernia:
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- Maintain a reasonable weight.
WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by
Andrew Seibert, MD on March 14, 2012
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