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Hiatal hernia is a condition in which a portion of the stomach protrudes upward into the chest, through an opening in the diaphragm. The diaphragm is the sheet of muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen. It is ... |
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Symptoms
Chest pain; Heartburn, worse when bending over or lying down; Swallowing difficulty. A hiatal hernia by itself rarely...
Causes
The cause is unknown, but hiatal hernias may be the result of a weakening of the supporting tissue. Increasing age,...
Treatments
The goals of treatment are to relieve symptoms and prevent complications. Reducing the backflow of stomach contents into...
Complications
Pulmonary (lung) aspiration; Slow bleeding and iron deficiency anemia (due to a large hernia; Strangulation (closing...
Doctor Specialties
Call your provider if symptoms indicate you may have developed a hiatal hernia. Call your provider if you have a hiatal...
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