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Yes, it is okay to drink in moderation when you have a hernia. If the hernia is hiatal, then acid drinks are not good to drink all the time.

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What is another term meaning diaphragmatic hernia?

Another term for diaphragmatic hernia is a hiatal hernia.


Can you get a hernia two times?

Yes, it is possible to get a hernia more than once. Having a previous hernia does not prevent you from developing another one in a different location or even in the same area if the underlying issues that contributed to the first hernia are not addressed.


What are the types of hernia?

The different kinds of hernia are listed below: * Congenital hernia: occur in babies, present from birth. * Inguinal hernia: common in sportsmen, involves part of the bowel protrudibng into the groin * Hiatus hernia: involves the stomach, where it enters the chest cavity via the hiatus. * Incarcerated hernia: where the hernia has swollen up. * Reducible hernia: one that can be manipulated back into place easily, much like a dislocated joint can be repositioned with relative ease. * Irreducible hernia: can't be returned to its original position without surgical intervention. * Strangulated hernia: potentially fatal, as it means the bood supply has been cut off by the hernia. There are even more types, each with their own subtle variations. These can be viewed from the link. [source: adapted from First Aid, by Geddes and Grosset]


What are some ways to help relieve a hernia?

Wearing a supportive hernia belt, avoiding heavy lifting, maintaining a healthy weight, and doing gentle exercises to strengthen the core muscles can help relieve symptoms of a hernia. It's important to consult with a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment recommendations.


When a hernia can be returned to the abdominal cavity it is said to be what?

Reducible The hernia is said to be 'reducible' if it can be returned to the abdominal cavity and 'incarcerated' when it cannot be returned to the abdominal cavity.