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A member asked:

Red sores open sores below ribs and on sides, that get more inflamed after lifting weights in gym, wondering if my hiatal hernia could be the cause.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

No: Skin lesions have nothing to do with the hiatal hernia. See your doctor to find out more.

Dr Hardin agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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