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Can my weight be a factor in hiatal hernia?
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Yes: Although skiny patients do have hernia issues. Most hernias are more common (hiatal hernia included) with overweight individuals. Simple physic applies here - increase load of stress = the greater risk of muscle injury.
Answered 9/28/2012
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Ansolutely: Some symptoms resolve with significant weight loss.
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