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Will losing weight reverse my hiatal hernia symptoms?
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It should help.: Hiatal hernia is used synonymously with gerd, although one may have one without the other. If you are referring to heartburn, yes, weight loss can usually improve symptoms.
Answered 2/11/2017
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Yes: Losing weight can definitly improve symptoms associated with a hiatal hernia.
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