hernia

I have a hernia and was recently told that it can't be repaired because my liver is wrapped up in it.  Is it safe to let it go?

[Ratnakar Kini, MD]

Hi,
Hiatal hernia most often does not cause any symptoms.
Sometimes it may cause symptoms of acid reflux in which  case you need to take PPI like prilosec for about 8 weeks.
If your hiatal hernia is not causing any symptoms just ignore it.

[cubpanda]

I didn't clarify where the hernia was.  It is not a hiatal hernia as it is located at my naval area.  It is big, protrudes and I get some pain with it but mostly feelings of being bloated and trouble breathing. Any other recomendations?  thank you very much for your time.  Judy

[shadowlady1]

My problem is similar to cubpanda above. This is a second hernia that appeared about a year after a hernia appeared after a radical cesarean (up & down incision) the area next to it opened up & was then repaired with mesh. This one is just above my belly button and protrudes.  Sometimes the area around it feels very burny like it is tearing a bit.  I hear digestion noises rather clearly at times.  When I sleep on my stomach it feels worse the next day.