Background and Aim: Barrett's esophagus has been associated with the presence of hiatal hernia; however, to date no meta-analysis of the relationship has been performed. We aimed to conduct a ...

So, if symptoms or pain occur, you should talk to your doctor about treatment options. For example, painful hernias will typically need surgical repair. Below, learn about common hernia symptoms and ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDMany people diagnosed with a hiatal hernia will not have any symptoms. Those who do ...

Some foods may also relax the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), which usually prevents the backflow of acid. 2. Hiatal Hernia A hiatal hernia is when the top part of your stomach bulges into your ...