Hi, My husband has been put on Prilosec daily indefinately. He was diagnosed with a hiatal hernia?

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Prilosec (omeprazole) is a medication used to treat several conditions related to the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. It is part of a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

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A hiatal hernia occurs when part of your stomach pushes upward through your diaphragm. Your diaphragm normally has a small opening (hiatus) that allows your food tube (esophagus) to pass through on its way to connect to your stomach. The stomach can push up through this opening and cause a hiatal hernia.

In most cases, a small hiatal hernia doesn't cause problems, and you may never know you have a hiatal hernia unless your doctor discovers it when checking for another condition. But a large hiatal hernia can allow food and acid to back up into your esophagus, leading to heartburn and chest pain. Self-care measures or medications can usually relieve these symptoms, although a very large hiatal hernia sometimes requires surgery.

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If you feel uncortable with your original doctor get a second opinion... OK

I AM NOT A DOCTOR... IF ANYTHING HAPPENS TO YOUR HUSBAND SEEK MEDICAL ASSISTANCE ASAP.

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