A hiatal hernia happens when a part of the stomach pushes up and out through the diaphragm into the upper-chest cavity, according to Paunel Vukasinov, M.D., who has dual board certification in internal medicine and obesity medicine at Medical Offices of Manhattan in New York City.
You can shed some pounds after hernia surgery because the diet plan after the operation is all liquids. Most people who have surgery for a hiatal hernia can expect to lose between five and ten pounds. If you lose more than 10 pounds, it might be because you are not getting the right nutrients, or have surgery-related problems that interfere with how you digest or absorb food. Keep in mind that, with all surgeries, there’s a risk of internal bleeding, or getting an infection. So, if you’re having stomach pain, a fever, trouble breathing, or stomach problems, you should get in touch with your doctor. Read more.
