Childbirth and hernias?

Question

Did anyone have a hiatus hernia during pregnancy (or know someone who did) how did your body hold up? Did you have to have an operation after to fix the hernia?

Any tips would be appreciated. Personal experience great. 10 points to best answer.

Answer 1

The traditional  treatment for hernias during the  pregnancy time period is to limit the size of hernia from getting worse. This is usually caused by excessive exertion. This forced effort can cause the hernia to protrude even more, making it worse. Because of this, women are not allowed to hold on extra weight bearing and to avoid foods that can cause constipation. They are also advised to use binders to keep the hernia from popping out but it is used as a support and not to push it in. Pushing the hernia in can cause pain and obstruction on the inside. Aside from this, addressing relief from pain is also a health intervention. Drugs are certainly avoided however the use of relaxing techniques, cold compress, and distraction can minimize the pain felt. Surgery intervention is delayed as much as possible until the baby is out.