Sign in
or Register nowAcidRefluxConnection.com
Paraesophageal Hernia Symptoms
GERD Questions: Hiatal Hernia and Schatzki's ring
I suffer from reflux, underwent an upper GI series, and have been told that I have a paraesophageal hiatal hernia. I have an appointment with a gastroenterologist, but my internist said that I might need surgery. My symptoms aren't that bad. Should I be concerned?
Hiatal hernias are defects in the diaphragm that allow the stomach to slide up into the chest. While they can cause heartburn, generally this is controlled with medications and surgery is not needed. The stomach moves up through the...
Read more »
Expert & Community Posts
Dr. Eisner Answers your GERD Questions: Surgery for Hiatal Hernia
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...chest, medical therapy usually is very effective. The paraesophageal hernia, in which the... Read more »
Hiatal Hernia
By Tracy Davenport , Health ExpertNormal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 ... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Q&A #10
By Todd Eisner , Health ExpertHello, everyone. I hope everyone is doing well. I want to thank you all for the great... Read more »
What is a Normal Testosterone Level?
By Jay Motola , Health ExpertDear Dr. Motola, Four years ago I had surgery for a left inguinal hernia, which unfortunately... Read more »
My Top 10 Books about Adult Gastroesophageal Reflux
By Jan Gambino , Health ExpertWhile many adults with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) turn to the Internet for information,... Read more »
Health Guide
Conclusion"
No one knows why people develop acid reflux disease. Research is under way on many levels to find the cause of GERD and to find additional treatments. The good news is that the vast majority of GERD... Read more »Acid Reflux (GERD) Risk Factors
GERD occurs monthly in about half of American adults. People of all ages are susceptible to GERD. Elderly people with GERD tend to have a more serious condition than younger people.Risk... Read more »Acid Reflux Causes
CausesAnyone who a large amount of acidic foods can have mild and temporary heartburn. This is especially true when lifting, bending over, or taking a nap after eating a large meal high in fatty,... Read more »Exercise and Fitness: MyDietExercise.com
Everyone's goal for a long and healthy life should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and maintaining normal weight. The combination of inactivity and eating the wrong foods is the... Read more »Coronary Artery Disease: Prognosis
PrognosisIn the U.S., coronary artery disease is the leading killer of both men and women. In 2003, nearly 500,000 people died because of CAD. On the positive side, heart attack mortality rates have... Read more »Images
Related News
Scarless Hernia Repair
May 05, 2008ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Jim Hawkins is an avid exerciser, but a pain by his groin put a halt to his workouts. Hawkins had a... Read summary »
Beta-Blockers and Post-Surgery Deaths
October 24, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Patients who are given beta-blockers around the time of a non-cardiac surgery could be at an increased risk of suffering a... Read summary »
Weight Loss Surgery for Two
November 28, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Undergoing bariatric weight loss surgery before becoming pregnant may be the healthiest decision for both mother and baby.... Read summary »
Pedaling for Parkinson's
June 13, 2007CLEVELAND (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Parkinson's, a disease that causes tremors and other neurological problems, usually strikes people who are near... Read summary »
Exercise Eases Depression and Heart Disease
January 21, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Patients suffering from both coronary heart disease and symptoms of depression can cut their risk of cardiovascular events by... Read summary »
- Privacy Policy: Updated as of April 1, 2009|
- Service Terms and Agreement|
- Advertising Policy|
- Contact Us|
- About Us|
- RSS Feed|
- Site Map|
- How to Use This Site
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on AcidRefluxConnection.com is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2005-2009. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. All rights reserved.
 | We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here. |
