Hernias

arrangrl · August 3, 2008

Hi there

I have a hernia ( sliding) which causes me no probs at all. Would this be a contra indication for being banded? If so, can anyone tell me why? Has anyone had a hernia pre operation?

Thanks

Arran

lafrogura · August 3, 2008

I had one and didn't know it. My surgeon found it and fixed it when he did my band.

15 Sept 2008 · August 3, 2008

I am getting my Lap band put in on 15th Sept 2008 and I have Hiatic Hernia and the doctor is going to fix the hernia while he is putting the lap band in.. Hope that helps... GOOD LUCK

Perky66 · August 4, 2008

The same thing happened to me Lafrogura. When I woke up my husband told me the Dr. fixed a hiatal hernia while she was in there. Great for me!! I guess that is just something they do while they are in there.

ocbreeze4u · August 4, 2008

I had a Hiatal Hernia that was discovered before my surgery. Mine was not sliding, 1/3 of my stomach was above my diaphram and it was repaired with some mesh attached to my diaphram to reinforce it. That explained why I had severe heartburn and reflux for many years and no medication on the market would resolve my issue. For the first time in 5 years I do not have any heart burn any my food goes down easier.

arrangrl · August 4, 2008

Thanks folks for all the replies

Arran x

Tracyde730 · August 4, 2008

I got banded Friday & the dr fixed a hiatal hernia I didn't know I had while he did my band. You'll be fine...good luck!

Perky66 · August 4, 2008

I had a Hiatal Hernia that was discovered before my surgery. Mine was not sliding, 1/3 of my stomach was above my diaphram and it was repaired with some mesh attached to my diaphram to reinforce it. That explained why I had severe heartburn and reflux for many years and no medication on the market would resolve my issue. For the first time in 5 years I do not have any heart burn any my food goes down easier.

Me too!!! I tried every otc med I could find plus got a prescription of nexium thinking it was indigestion. I did know that I was getting it way too often but didn't really think I had a hernia. I sure am thankful though. No meds now!!! Woo Hoo!! :thumbup::thumbup: