Hi Cecil290,
Hiatus Hernia is not known to cause coma. May be your heart attack had made you comatose.
Regarding the symptoms of hiatus hernia, you can avoid the symptoms by -
1. PPI
2. Avoid anything that increase the intraabdominal pressure - like avoiding straining during bowel movements, avoiding lifting heavy objects
If the symptoms persist , you can consider surgery for hiatus hernia.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Thanks for reply...Perhaps I did not word things correctely...Was told that the stomach which is up in esophagus is probably pressing on lungs which may have caused the coma problem......I do not know what PPI is....could you please inform me....I sure do need help !...Cannot even walk in grocery store without a basket to lean on.....Many thanks and respects for all your help to many !.....
Hi Cecil290,
PPI is proton pump inhibitor. They suppress the secretion of acid from the stomach and provides relief from symptoms related to it including heart burn.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.