Hiatal hernia ; more: Simplistically, a sliding hiatal hernia is a common upward bulge of stomach (with acid) thru the diaphragmatic hiatus (hole in diaphragm thru which esophagus ; stomach connect). It may appear larger or smaller at times, since (unless fixed in place) it is a dynamic structure. On the other hand, the cause of ulcers is quite variable--h.Pylori, medication, caustics, burn ; head trauma, shearing...
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