Hiatal Hernia

Hiatus hernia or hiatal hernia is the protrusion (or hernia) of the upper part of the stomach into the thorax through a tear or weakness in the diaphragm. The symptoms include acid reflux, pains, similar to heartburn, in the chest and upper stomach. In most cases, sufferers experience no discomfort and no treatement is required. Where severe and chronic acid reflux is involved, surgery, is sometimes recommended, as chronic reflux can severely injure the esophagus. Persons requiring surgery ...