5cm hernia questions
Hey everyone,
I’m 31, M, 270lbs. A couple of months ago I began having a lot of heartburn accompanied with just the most intense belching I’ve ever had after basically anything I ate. For reference, I don’t eat too horribly because I’m a powerlifter but I def have some fast food here and there.
Fast forward to early March, I had an endoscopy done and discovered I have GERD, Barrett’s, and a 5cm sliding hiatal hernia. I was already on 40mg of omeprazole, but my GI recommends I do 80mg a day and to lose 50 more pounds (lol). I have lost about 15 pounds since just eating as clean as possible (no alcohol, coffee, fast food etc) but the belching just does not relent. I am eating a lot of Greek yogurt, peanut butter, rice cakes, and chicken/fish. Does anyone else have just terrible belching? It legit keeps me up at night even if I didn’t eat 4-5 hours prior.
Also, doesn’t 80mg of omeprazole seem a little high? I’ve never met anyone taking more than 40. Any insights or experiences shared would be greatly appreciated!