Overview
In hiatal hernia, part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm muscle into the chest cavity. It enters via an opening where the food tube (esophagus) passes on its way to the stomach.
Symptoms
Most small hiatal hernias have no symptoms and don't cause problems.
Treatments
A large one may cause heartburn and need treatment with drugs or surgical repair.
Last Updated: September 18th, 2024
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