Question 1

would a hiatal hernia cause nausea and vomiting or only acid reflux?

Accepted Answer

It could: If it contained small bowel.

Question 2

my sister has been diagnosed with a hiatal hernia. i am very worried about her as she regularly binge drinks and this often causes her to vomit.

Accepted Answer

You are correct: You are correct to be worried about your sister.
Of major concern is the binge drinking.

Your sister is fortunate to have you n her life,  please continue to encourage her to get help with the drinking problem.

Good luck  and keep involved as much as possible.

Question 3

gastric bypass with hiatal hernia repair done wed-off painkillers-vomiting (no nausea) a fecal like material-more coming out then going in-cause?

Accepted Answer

The fecal like: Material calls for visit to surgeon as soon as available, or go to er.

Question 4

i have a painful sore throat it to hurts swallow. i have a hiatal hernia and my vomiting has gotten worse do to the sore throat. what causes this?

Accepted Answer

Acid: Your hiatal hernial sets you up for significant acid reflux which will cause your sore throat and vomiting. Acid is very irritating to the throat. Your reflux needs to be treated aggressively.

Question 5

i had gastric bypass in 2004. recently found out i have a "small hiatal hernia".  could this be the cause of nausea, vomiting, stomach pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in theory: It could.. Although a small hiatal hernia is often asymptomatic, it needs to be considered by your doctor as part of differential diagnosis.

Question 6

what is the treatment for a hiatal hernia with chronic vomiting?

Accepted Answer

Surgical repair: Significant regurgitation or frank vomiting due to a hiatal hernia usually does not respond well to acid reducing drugs or other medications. These kinds of symptoms typically require surgical correction of the hiatal hernia. Your doctor should run tests to make sure that your esophagus functions adequately and that your stomach empties appropriately before proceeding with surgery.

Question 7

can coughing,vomiting,laughing , make a hiatal hernia larger?

Accepted Answer

: not in the normal course of events. But if in excess yes it is possible.

Question 8

hello doc,
iam recently diagnosed with hiatal hernia (stage 2),iam taking pan 40 every morning and dompy whenever i get vomiting sensation,my question is  after having food i get slight dizziness during evening time ,is it related to hiatal hernia?

Accepted Answer

Probably not.: A hiatal hernia usually caused gastric reflux.  Try to eat a balanced diet.  The dizziness may be related to eating too much carbohydrates.  Allow your stomach to empty at least 4 hours prior to reclining and not to take fluids in the evening.
Follow with PCP for evaluation.

Question 9

i have a hiatal hernia that flared real bad  burning pain between shoulders and feels like my esophagus is on fire vomiting yesterday  is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No: You could have a perforation or an ulcer, especially with severe pain in the back and the fact that you're on nsaids for back pain. See a gastroenterologist for work up and treatment. You may need upper endoscopy if this persists.

Question 10

can a small hiatal hernia give u a gagging/vomit feeling and acid in throat feeling or not?

Accepted Answer

Hiatal hernia: Yes you can have symptoms of gagging with a hiatal hernia.

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Can a hiatal hernia cause vomiting

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Would a hiatal hernia cause nausea and vomiting or only acid reflux?

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My sister has been diagnosed with a hiatal hernia. i am very worried about her as she regularly binge drinks and this often causes her to vomit.

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Gastric bypass with hiatal hernia repair done wed-off painkillers-vomiting (no nausea) a fecal like material-more coming out then going in-cause?

A member asked:

I have a painful sore throat it to hurts swallow. i have a hiatal hernia and my vomiting has gotten worse do to the sore throat. what causes this?

A member asked:

I had gastric bypass in 2004. recently found out i have a "small hiatal hernia". could this be the cause of nausea, vomiting, stomach pain?

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What is the treatment for a hiatal hernia with chronic vomiting?

A member asked:

Can coughing,vomiting,laughing , make a hiatal hernia larger?

A member asked:

Hello doc, iam recently diagnosed with hiatal hernia (stage 2),iam taking pan 40 every morning and dompy whenever i get vomiting sensation,my question is after having food i get slight dizziness during evening time ,is it related to hiatal hernia?

A member asked:

I have a hiatal hernia that flared real bad burning pain between shoulders and feels like my esophagus is on fire vomiting yesterday is this normal?

A member asked:

Can a small hiatal hernia give u a gagging/vomit feeling and acid in throat feeling or not?

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