Stomach Problems/Confusion

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This is my first post on this board so here is a little background information to start with:
In the past I have had a lot of trouble with my stomach... acid reflux, etc. When I was still in high school I was told I had a hiatal hernia. After graduation I had a struggle with bulimia which I am sure contributed to some problems. I am a singer so my diaphragm is almost constantly in motion...

For the last week the area where the hernia would be is causing a lot of pain that is getting worse daily. Within the week I have vomited on one day, which was pretty violent and painful. I feel short of breath and have some other hiatal hernia symptoms that other websites say are worthy of going to the hospital.

I do not have insurance and would greatly appreciate any advice, especially from an expert if any happen to be reading this.
Thank you.
 
I would buy some Prilosec OTC and take one each day, and carry an antacid (such as Tums) in your pocket, and suck a couple as soon as you feel any symptoms.

You realy do need to see a doctor though - these are only short term symptom fixes.

An old way to releive a hiatus hernia is to drink 3 glasses of water and then jump up and down on the spot quite vigerously, the idea being that inertia will pull the hernia back through the hiatus. It couldnt hurt to give it a try.
 
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