A member asked:

Could a hiadal hernia cause congestion in the lungs?im having severe cramping & pulling next to the hernia below the rside of my ribs.short of breathe

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Kenneth Lee answered

Specializes in Surgery - Plastics

Yes: Yes- a hiatal hernia if large enough- can cause herniation of contents into the thoracic cavity - that can cause shortness of breath. See a thoracic surgeon for evaluation.

Answered 12/25/2012

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Hiatal hernia: Hiatal hernias can affect lung function if large. Since you are symptomatic i would recommend a consultation with a surgeon soon.

Answered 7/19/2013

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