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What are the signs and symptoms of hiatus hernia?
Most people are not troubled by their hiatus hernia, but if reflux of the acid contents of the stomach occurs (called gastro-oesophageal reflux), you get heartburn. This is a painful burning sensation in the chest, which can sometimes be felt in the throat. Sudden regurgitation of acid fluid into the mouth can occur, especially when you lie down or bend forward. These symptoms are a problem when you go to bed and can wake you up. Other symptoms include belching, pain on swallowing hot fluids and a feeling of food sticking in the oesophagus. It is most common in overweight middle-aged women and elderly people. It can occur during pregnancy. The diagnosis is confirmed by barium meal X-rays or by passing a tube with a camera on the end into the stomach (gastroscopy). |
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More information on hiatus hernia
What is a hiatus hernia? - A hiatus hernia is the protrusion of the stomach above the diaphragm. This condition may be a congenital disorder or the result of trauma.
What causes hiatus hernia? - Most hernias result from a weakness in the abdominal wall. A hiatal hernia may also be caused by obesity, pregnancy, aging, or previous surgery.
What are the symptoms of hiatus hernia? - Most people are not troubled by their hiatus hernia, but if reflux of the acid contents of the stomach occurs, you get heartburn.
How is hiatus hernia diagnosed? - The diagnosis of hiatus hernia is confirmed by barium meal X-rays or by passing a tube with a camera on the end into the stomach (gastroscopy).
What's the treatment for hiatus hernia? - Treatments include for hiatus hernia avoiding reclining after meals, avoiding spicy foods, acidic foods, alcohol, and tobacco, bland meals, eating a high-fiber diet. |
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