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Hx of hiatal hernia. gastric bypass 3 yrs ago. can hernia get bigger afterwards?
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Yes: Gastric by-pass and surgery to correct a hiatal hernia are two different surgical procedures, and are not mutually exclusive with regard to prevention/elimination of recurrence of disease.
Answered 12/25/2019
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Yes: Yes, but unlikely. Symptoms from this may include difficulty swallowing, chest pain/pressure, and possibly regurgitation. An upper GI contrast study and maybe endoscopy needed to make the diagnosis. If it gets too bad, contact your surgeon for a follow up visit.
Answered 12/25/2019
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Hiatal hernia: Yes. Even if your hiatal hernia was repaired during your gastric bypass, it can occur again. An EGD or upper GI will show if you have one.
Answered 12/25/2019
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