This page contains recent news articles, when available, and an overview of but does not offer medical advice. You should contact your physician with regard to any health issues or concerns. Background information on How to handle heartburn  -  Mar 19, 2008 iAfrica.com,Recurrent reflux can be the result of a hiatal hernia, reduced LES pressure, increased abdominal pressure, recurrent vomiting or other factors. Will having surgery solve my problem?  -  Mar 12, 2008 GoErie.com,The only abnormal findings were a hiatal hernia and evidence that my stomach produces more-than-normal amounts of acid. Anti-acid medication does not Taming the Flame  -  Mar 17, 2008 ADVANCE,Several medical factors also play a role in triggering heartburn, including pregnancy, hiatal hernia and a variety of medications. 7,9 In pregnancy, Kidney patients get new option with home dialysis  -  Mar 12, 2008 Herald & Review,Joy had torn an abdominal muscle at work, which caused a hiatal hernia. He went to the hospital because of the horrible pain he originally attributed to the Identifying the Symptoms and Fighting Back Against GERD  -  Mar 10, 2008 American Chronicle,While there is no one single cause of GERD, some research points to otherwise benign physical abnormalities such as a hiatal hernia, in which the lower Switch medications to ease allergies  -  Mar 10, 2008 Northern Daily News,...and www.target.com To give you related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report "Hiatal Hernia, Acid Reflux and Indigestion. Locals help save golfer’s life  -  Mar 5, 2008 The Torrington Telegram,...“About three holes before that he had been complaining that his hiatal hernia was acting up,â€? said Gerald Long, who was golfing with Breedlove that day. Dr. Paul Donohue  -  Mar 4, 2008 DetNews.com,The booklet on GERD, heartburn and hiatal hernia discusses these topics in depth. Readers can order a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. Long-term problems  -  Mar 3, 2008 Wilkes Barre Times-Leader,...unusual for a 20-year-old: High blood pressure, recurring hospitalizations for colon inflammation, a hiatal hernia, thyroid removal, endometriosis. Huntingtonnews.net Reporter  -  Mar 1, 2008 HNN Huntingtonnews.net,Not receiving enough nutrition, doctors found a hiatal hernia. You find out who your friends are in these times. One friend and former neighbor has Memantine in Major Depression with Catatonic Features  -  Feb 27, 2008 Journal of Neuropsychiatry (subscription)Her medical history was significant for hypertension, pacemaker placement, chronic renal failure, hiatal hernia, and gastritis. She was being treated for EndoGastric Solutions(TM) Announces Results of EsophyX(TM) Multi ...  -  Feb 26, 2008 PR Newswire (press release),...am very impressed with the clinical results for EsophyX, including the reduction/elimination of hiatal hernia and reduction/elimination of esophagitis. NW Arkansas today  -  Feb 24, 2008 Arkansas Democrat Gazette,Rogers Lunch and Learn: Hiatal Hernia / Acid Reflux, noon Monday, Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center, Eureka Springs Eating Disorders Anonymous Group, Dr. Gott: Generic alternatives nowhere to be found  -  Feb 24, 2008 Monterey County Herald,To give you related information, I am sending you a copy of my health report "Hiatal Hernia, Acid Reflux and Indigestion." Other readers who would like a Can acid reflux kill you?  -  20 Feb 2008 WFIE-TV,Dr. Prasad says the reason is Hiatal Hernia, "The stomach which is suppose to be in your abdomen, projects thru the diaphragm into your chest. Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Hernia, Hiatal  -  Feb 14, 2008 American Chronicle,This is known as reflux esophagitis, and is the cause of most symptoms related to hiatal hernia. The cause of this weakening of the hiatus is unknown. Simpson wins sectional title; Schmidt, Neu, Downs make state  -  Feb 18, 2008 Watertown Daily Times,Other than wrestling with a hiatal hernia that's plagued him all season and getting slammed to the mat in his quarterfinal match, Neu had a perfectly nice Increase In GERD Hospitalizations Underscores Importance Of ...  -  Jan 25, 2008 Science Daily (press release)Surgery consists of wrapping the top of the stomach to reform the natural acid barrier and fixing the defect in the diaphragm and hiatal hernia if present. Food Poisoning Can Be Long-Term Problem  -  Jan 22, 2008 The Associated Press...unusual for a 20-year-old: High blood pressure, recurring hospitalizations for colon inflammation, a hiatal hernia, thyroid removal, endometriosis. Heart problem calls for low-fat diet  -  Feb 8, 2008 Northern Daily News,I have a mild hiatal hernia and take medication for it. I have prostatitis that comes and goes. I take Ditropan when it acts up. Excess mucus may have no explanation  -  Feb 5, 2008 Monterey County Herald,To give you related information, I am sending you copies of my Health Reports "Allergies" and "Hiatal Hernia, Acid Reflux and Indigestion. Food Poisoning Can Turn into Lasting Health Problem  -  Jan 28, 2008 Newsinferno.com,She has had her thyroid removed as a result, and also suffers from high blood pressure, recurring colon inflammation, a hiatal hernia, endometriosis, Court: Muslim Inmate’s Suit to Obtain Kosher Meal Can Proceed  -  Jan 24, 2008 Metropolitan News-Enterprise,Shakur objected to the vegetarian diet, claiming that it burden his exercise of his religion because it irritated his hiatal hernia and gave him gas that Winter squash good health on a plate  -  Jan 22, 2008 Chicago Daily Herald,Non-diet, non-weight related culprits, such as hiatal hernia and pregnancy hormones, are implicated as well. Frequent heartburn is not something to be Nasty Symptoms of Food Poisoning Aren’t Even the Worst Part  -  Jan 22, 2008 Daily GreenShe is now a 20-year old college student who has experienced high blood pressure, recurring hospitalizations for colon inflammation, a hiatal hernia, Hiatal hernia different from reflux  -  Dec 28, 2007 Sarasota Herald-Tribune,Dear Dr. Donohue: I am soon having surgery for my hiatal hernia. I have reflux coming into my throat and have taken Nexium for several years now. How can I manage hernia?  -  Dec 18, 2007 GoErie.com,Q I was recently hospitalized with a hiatal hernia. I was informed that at my age, 89, the doctor did not wish to perform surgery. Instead, I was advised to Teacher injured breaking up fight faces obstacles  -  Dec 13, 2007 Kingman Daily Miner,..."I now have a hiatal hernia, and he's going to see what it looks like," Norton said. "During the surgery, I'll also have a camera-transmitter sewn into my Dear Dr. Gott: Tips can make hernia manageable  -  Dec 18, 2007 Northwest Herald,Dear Dr. Gott: I was recently hospitalized with a hiatal hernia. I was informed that at my age, 89, the doctor did not wish to perform surgery. Care and Share  -  Dec 24, 2007 Bogalusa Daily News,..."I have a hiatal hernia and sometimes it feels like I'm having a heart attack," she said. McNeese, like the 400 other people who applied for the program Nutrition Wise: Cooking Winter Squash, Heartburn, "Negative Calories"  -  Dec 26, 2007 Kansas City infoZine,Non-diet, non-weight related culprits, such as hiatal hernia and pregnancy hormones, are implicated as well. Frequent heartburn is not something to be Sherman back with crew  -  Dec 19, 2007 Roanoke Times,They took some tests and found it was my gallbladder [which was removed], plus I had a hiatal hernia." If Sherman, a self-admitted worrier, was stressing Maybe It’s More Than Just Heartburn  -  Dec 24, 2007 Online - International News Network,But the institute says a hiatal hernia -- when part of the upper part of the stomach moves up in the chest above the muscle that separates the stomach and Where To Buy A Good Memory Foam Mattress  -  Dec 2, 2007 American Chronicle,The idea behind the adjustable mattress is that it can help alleviate the symptoms of acid reflux, lower back pain, hiatal hernia, minor arthritic pain and danger lurks behind cork and fork this holiday season  -  Nov 21, 2007 The Lookout News,...hiatal hernia -- to reach the stomach the esophagus must pass through an opening (hiatus) in the diaphragm, a large sheet of muscle separating the chest and the causes of acid reflux  -  Nov 21, 2007 American Chronicle,...it is logical that the weakening of the les caused by a hiatal hernia can contribute to acid reflux. another cause for acid reflux can be the speed at tillman free to travel with riders  -  Nov 20, 2007 CFL.ca Network,...where he spent the night, tillman was also told that he might have a hiatal hernia, where the stomach moves up into the chest through an opening in the ignore gerd symptoms at your own risk  -  Nov 24, 2007 Online - International News Network,...part of the national institutes of health, says a hiatal hernia -- when part of the upper part of the stomach moves up in the chest, above the muscle survivor rebuilding life close to old home  -  Nov 14, 2007 Montgomery Advertiser,..."and i went to the doctor and they told me i had a hiatal hernia, i guess because of the stress." but despite the heartache and the financial impact the Case 29-2007 — A 51-Year-Old Man with Gastric Cancer and Lung Nodules  -  Sep 19, 2007 New England Journal of Medicine (subscription),Omeprazole and metoclopramide were administered, and the hiatal hernia was surgically repaired. Pain, persistent gastroesophageal reflux, and weight loss Adair Moore Talks About Losing His Wife to Cancer  -  Oct 12, 2007 KPVI-TV,Adair Moore: "They came up with the statement she had a sliding hiatal hernia." But a trip for their anniversary told them it had to be more. Most hernias need surgery  -  Oct 2, 2007 Great Falls Tribune,Another type of hernia is the hiatal hernia. Most people have heard of the diaphragm. This is a sheet-like muscle that separates the abdominal cavity from HIV/AIDS Growing Rapidly Among Seniors  -  Oct 5, 2007 Consumer AffairsA hiatal hernia may contribute to GERD. A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach is above the diaphragm, which is the muscle wall Crystal Springs Surgical Associates, A Medical Group, Inc ...  -  Sep 20, 2007 PR Web (press release),...and a variety of Advanced Laparoscopic Gastrointestinal Surgeries for the treatment of many diseases (acid reflux, hiatal hernia, achalasia, tumors, Surgery last resort for hiatal hernia  -  Sep 3, 2007 Contra Costa Times,Q: I have been diagnosed with a hiatal hernia. My doctor said it will not fix itself. I have to manage it by not eating before bedtime, elevating the head Prenatal Sonographic Diagnosis of a Hiatal Hernia in a Fetus With ...  -  Aug 22, 2007 Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine (subscription)Some previous reports have described an association between hiatal hernias and asplenia syndrome 4 , 7 , 8 ; however, a hiatal hernia is usually diagnosed Acid Reflux and Your Life Style  -  Aug 27, 2007 American Chronicle,The main sufferers of acid reflux are those who are obese, experience repeated vomiting, have nasogastric tubes, and have a history of hiatal hernia or Benefit set for former deputy  -  Aug 14, 2007 Waxahachie Daily Light,A little less than three years ago, Mitchell took a leave from work to undergo a simple surgery to repair a small hiatal hernia. Medical Edge: Diagnosing digestive distress  -  Jul 14, 2007 Post-Bulletin,DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have a hiatal hernia and take esomeprazole (Nexium) every day. Recently, I had an episode in which I had severe nausea and coughed up Dr. Gott: Food blockages lead to bathroom breaks  -  Jul 28, 2007 The Spokesman Review,He has a mild case of asbestosis and a hiatal hernia. For about six or seven years, he has been experiencing, a couple of times a week, food getting stuck Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a serious, chronic disease for ...  -  Aug 3, 2007 TopCancerNews.com,In addition, anatomical abnormalities such as a hiatal hernia may also contribute and such hernias can occur at any age. Other factors that may contribute Health news of note  -  Aug 7, 2007 The Grand Rapids Press,Obesity leads to hiatal hernia and reflux, which are responsible for increasing rates of esophageal cancer. Don't lie down after eating. On the cutting edge  -  Jul 20, 2007 Martinsburg Journal,...and specially designed tools to perform the surgery, which includes exploratory, appendix, hernia, gallbladder, colon and hiatal hernia procedures. There's no preparing for some news  -  Jul 21, 2007 Toledo Blade,A history of hiatal hernia was on her charts. The gastro expert was engaged to find the problem that we hoped would be other than what he was telling us. Health column: June is Hernia Awareness Month  -  Jun 26, 2007 Times-Herald,People who suffer from severe acid reflux may have a “hiatal hernia,â€? a condition in which the upper portion of the stomach protrudes into the chest cavity Choosing heartburn medicine  -  Jun 9, 2007 NorthJersey.com,ES ANSWER: Heartburn, acid reflux, hiatal hernia and gastroesophageal reflux disease are different names for the same condition -- the upward spurting of Reader goes bananas over baked treat  -  Jul 3, 2007 The Spokesman Review,To give you related information, I am sending you a copy of my newly updated health report "Hiatal Hernia, Indigestion and Acid Reflux. MOUTH ODOUR: Effective ways to avoid it  -  Jun 13, 2007 Nigerian Tribune,...or GERD) and a slight protrusion of the stomach into the chest cavity (hiatal hernia) also can produce bad breath,â€? he added. Tobacco smoking, he noted, Take 2 quarts of oil and call me in the morning  -  04 Jun 2007 Lancaster Newspapers,Hiatal hernia, torn quad, seasonal allergies, high blood pressure — not major afflictions, but resulting medical check-ups outnumber the times Honda Accord Hernia relief leaves reader joyful  -  May 29, 2007 The Spokesman Review,I had suffered with a hiatal hernia for 30 years. My wife's chiropractor told her of an old treatment that no one seems to know about or use now. Cat fund just $500 short for needed hernia surgery  -  May 14, 2007 Green Bay Press Gazette,Veterinarians believe the year-old cat has a hiatal hernia, which causes his stomach to move up into his chest cavity. Area teen finds more than one way to save his cat  -  May 8, 2007 Green Bay Press Gazette,Jack appears to have a hiatal hernia. His stomach moves up into his chest cavity, preventing him from keeping more than a few drops of food down at a time, Cat recovering after having hernia surgery  -  May 25, 2007 Green Bay Press Gazette,The diagnosis of hiatal hernia came as a relief to the Brunettes, because it was something that stood a good chance of being cured. Steps you can take to alleviate acid indigestion  -  May 14, 2007 Jackson Clarion Ledger,Frequently, the diagnosis of hiatal hernia goes hand-in-hand with GERD. A small portion of the stomach slips up through the diaphragm and forms a pouch Homeplace Group Introduces the Affordable Incline Bed Insert -- So ...  -  May 23, 2007 Emediawire (press release),These people typically suffer from GERD, Hiatal Hernia, Heart Burn, Acid Reflux, Asthma, Nocturnal Cough, Ulcers, Emphysema, Spinal Injuries, headaches, Community Calendar  -  May 22, 2007 Palm Beach Post,A discussion of the causes and natural solutions to acid reflux, hiatal hernia, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcers, colitis and Crohn's disease. Free. Chiropractic care: It’s not just for aching backs anymore  -  May 21, 2007 Asheville Citizen-Times,Allstaedt’s chiropractor, Greenspan, diagnosed her with a hiatal hernia, a condition where the stomach pushes up through a hole in the diaphragm. Dr. GottThyroid problem causes weight gain, saps energy  -  28 Apr 2007 The Spokesman Review,Although peppermint is a tasty addition to many edibles, it has no known effect in the treatment of hiatal hernia or any other medical ailments. Dr. Gott: Thyroid problem causes weight gain  -  28 Apr 2007 Northwest Herald,Dear Dr. Gott: I’m confused about peppermint as a hiatal-hernia healing food. One book says don’t use peppermint oil and another says drink peppermint tea Dr. Gott: Statin replacement should be used with caution  -  Apr 17, 2007 Northwest Herald,Dear Reader: Your story is diagnostic for hiatal hernia, a weakness of the ring of muscle around the lower esophagus that, when stretched, fails to prevent Rocking and enrolling  -  Apr 21, 2007 Times Online,Today, he told me, his hiatal hernia was giving him stomach trouble. Pre-audition nerves, maybe? Scott conceded this was possible. Crystal Springs Surgical Associates, A Medical Group, Inc ...  -  Apr 19, 2007 Emediawire (press release),...(acid reflux, hiatal hernia, achalasia, tumors, ulcers, feeding tubes, gastroparesis, bleeding, adhesions, colon, solid organ, gallbladder disorders). Peppermint Oil May Relieve Digestive Symptoms, Headaches  -  Apr 13, 2007 Medscape (subscription)Peppermint oil is contraindicated in patients with hiatal hernia, severe gastroesophageal reflux, and gallbladder disorders and should be used with caution Gastroesophageal reflux in patients with idiopathic pulmonary ...  -  Mar 29, 2007 The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular SurgeryThirty years ago, Mays, Dubois, and Hamilton 2 found that 48 patients with lung fibrosis of unknown etiology had twice the prevalence of hiatal hernia and GERD will not Necessarily Go Away on its Own - Signs and symptoms ...  -  Mar 29, 2007 CNW Telbec (Communiqués de presse),With GERD, the sphincter may relax inappropriately, or be displaced into the chest by a hiatal hernia, and not be able to function effectively resulting in Gastric bypass alternative could change lives of obese teens  -  Apr 1, 2007 The News Journal,About 10 percent experienced minor complications -- including a slipped band, a wound infection and a hiatal hernia -- but none required readmission to the Dieting guide to guarding against heartburn  -  28 Feb 2007 Pocono Record,However, there is speculation that it is caused by a hiatal hernia, which means that the upper part of the stomach protrudes through the diaphragm. Be sweet to your heart  -  Feb 12, 2007 Newsday,He knew he had a hiatal hernia, which caused acid reflux. A few weeks later, he asked his daughter, a physician, how to tell the difference between symptoms Holistic Acid Reflux Treatment Helps Thousands Worldwide In Quest ...  -  Feb 15, 2007 Emediawire (press release),...the Heartburn No Moreâ„¢ program has been proven effective with all types of acid reflux (Hiatal Hernia, Gastritis, Esophageal Reflux, or Bile Reflux) and Collie's problem isn't preventable  -  Feb 16, 2007 DetNews.com,4. lead poisoning; 5. systemic lupus erythematosus; 6. vascular ring anomalies (seen in juveniles); 7. cancer; 8. hiatal hernia; 9. hypothyroidism. Crystal Springs Surgical Associates, A Medical Group, Inc ...  -  Feb 15, 2007 Emediawire (press release),...(acid reflux, hiatal hernia, achalasia, tumors, ulcers, feeding tubes, gastroparesis, bleeding, adhesions, colon, solid organ, gallbladder disorders). Consider options for prostate cancer treatment  -  Feb 8, 2007 The Spokesman Review,Your symptoms may have another cause, such as gallbladder disease, hiatal hernia, a lung problem or a heart abnormality. Let me know how my suggestions work Gastric surgery the latest idea in the US to resolve obesity in ...  -  Feb 5, 2007 News-Medical.net,Apparently two patients had band slips that required laparoscopic repositioning, and two patients developed a symptomatic hiatal hernia that required Search the web for more resources on   Web health.mongabay.com Health Home | Conditions | Cancer | Medications | Surgery | Vaccines mongabay.com Disclaimer: Contact a physician with regard to health concerns. Email requests for further health information will be discarded. The materials contained on this Web site are for informational purposes only and do not constitute health or medical advice. 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