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Hiatal Hernia

Symptoms

Hiatal Hernia Symptoms

Most people with a hiatal hernia do not have symptoms.

Symptoms of hiatal hernia may include:

Belching
Excessive gas
Difficulty swallowing
Heartburn
Indigestion
Lower chest pain
Upper abdominal pain

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Related Conditions

Diaphragmatic hernia
Gastritis
Peptic ulcer disease
Reflux esophagitis

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Abdominal pain
Abdominal swelling
Bloating and excess gas
Difficulty swallowing
Heartburn

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Last Updated: Apr 23, 2009 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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