What is the treatment for a hiatal hernia?
The treatment for a hiatal hernia varies, and it really depends on the size of the hiatal hernia. Usually, when there’s a small or a medium sized hernia, we treat it as if we were treating acid reflux. We decrease the amount of acid that is produced in the stomach, either by modification of the diet or by medications. These medications can be available both over-the-counter or generally by prescription. When the hernia is very large, and it is getting in the way of someone’s symptoms on a daily basis, then there are surgical options available to reduce this hernia and prevent future acid reflux.
