Question 1

does hiatal hernia cause chest pain?

Accepted Answer

It can: Large hiatal hernias, known as paraesophageal hernias, can cause chest pain, and the feeling there is a balloon inside that needs to burst. They can also cause difficulty eating, weight loss, and anemia, and sometimes heartburn and vomiting. Small hiatal hernias do not cause pain. An upper GI contrast study can tell the difference. Hope this helps!

Question 2

what are hiatal hernia symptoms ? is chest pain possible

Accepted Answer

Hiatal hernia: Hiatal hernia can be quite painful and you must see your doctor about this. Hiatal hernia should not cause chest pain and you must also bring this to your doctor. Don't wait too long to see your doctor. If he/she cannot fit you in soon please go to the Emergency Department.

Question 3

can a hiatal hernia cause chest pain in a 20 yr old woman?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Quick tip if you have hiatal hernia drink a cup of water and jump with hands up this will drag hernia down.

Question 4

sliding hiatal hernia treatment - why am i still having chest pain?

Accepted Answer

Not sure about ur Q: I am not clear on what u r asking.  Did have surgery? If so, some chest pain is expected in first few wks. There are other possibilities, however and u need to call ur surgeon.

Question 5

i have a hiatal hernia, gastritis and esophagitis. i ate 6 hours ago and once i laid down i got this very strong stinging chest pain across my whole chest. never had it this bad before. now im feeling really nauseous from it. help please im worried?

Accepted Answer

: It could be from your hiatal hernia and should get better. Take your medicine for esophago-gastritis. take liquids for a day and if not better see your Gastro for re-evaluation. Hope you feel better.

Question 6

my 15 year old sister, was diagnosed with reflux 2 and a half years ago and she didn't take care of it, lately she's been having chest pain and swollen lymp nodes, and hoarsness. could it be hiatal hernia? or barretts? she's taking care of it now?

Accepted Answer

: Please ask your sister to go back to the doctors and get the condition diagnosed and treated.  She is not going to get better on her own, and the complications can be life threatening.

Question 7

does a hiatal hernia cause armpit pain and chest pain? i have had stress test and a lot of heart work and eveything came back good

Accepted Answer

Could be: Large hiatal hernias, also known as para esophageal hernias, commonly mimick cardiac pain. They can be diagnosed with an x-ray where you drink barium (esophagram) and/or upper endoscopy. The only treatment is surgical, typically using a laparoscopic approach.

Question 8

i have had my gallbladder removed and a scope that discovered a hiatal hernia.  i started taking apple cider vinegar . terrible stomach and chest pain?

Accepted Answer

Reflux : The hiatus hernia may be causing reflux of stomach acid into your espohagus. Vinegar will not help- it is a mild organic acid. You may benefit from over the counter ppi like pepcid- 20mg am/pm for at least 1 week and if not improved, seek prompt medical examination.

Question 9

i have a hiatal hernia. for the last hour or 2 ive had pain where my hernia is, it comes and goes. and every time i get the pain my nausea gets more severe. i also have slight chest pain under my left breast. is that just reflux from the hernia too?

Accepted Answer

: Hiatal hernia and associated reflux are the likely explanations for your symptoms. 
If you are overweight, losing weight would help.
You should consult your doctor to ascertain if surgical correction for the hernia may be warranted, It could be laparoscopic procedure.

Question 10

can hiatal hernia or gerd give you chest-pain, arm, neck or jaw pains?

Accepted Answer

Herd: It can happen specially if there's esophageal spasm too. Best to let your doc know.

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Can a hiatal hernia cause chest pain in a 20 yr old woman?

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Sliding hiatal hernia treatment - why am i still having chest pain?

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I have a hiatal hernia, gastritis and esophagitis. i ate 6 hours ago and once i laid down i got this very strong stinging chest pain across my whole chest. never had it this bad before. now im feeling really nauseous from it. help please im worried?

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My 15 year old sister, was diagnosed with reflux 2 and a half years ago and she didn't take care of it, lately she's been having chest pain and swollen lymp nodes, and hoarsness. could it be hiatal hernia? or barretts? she's taking care of it now?

A member asked:

Does a hiatal hernia cause armpit pain and chest pain? i have had stress test and a lot of heart work and eveything came back good

A member asked:

I have had my gallbladder removed and a scope that discovered a hiatal hernia. i started taking apple cider vinegar . terrible stomach and chest pain?

A member asked:

I have a hiatal hernia. for the last hour or 2 ive had pain where my hernia is, it comes and goes. and every time i get the pain my nausea gets more severe. i also have slight chest pain under my left breast. is that just reflux from the hernia too?

A member asked:

Can hiatal hernia or gerd give you chest-pain, arm, neck or jaw pains?

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