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Can hiatal hernia or gerd give you chest-pain, arm, neck or jaw pains?

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Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Herd: It can happen specially if there's esophageal spasm too. Best to let your doc know.

Answered 11/25/2020

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Dr. David Earle answered

Maybe: Small hiatal hernia is usually don't cause any symptoms at all. Large hiatal hernias can cause chest pain, difficulty swallowing, chest pressure, weight loss, and anemia from bleeding ulcers. Arm, neck, and jaw are not typical. See your doctor for a history and examination to find out more.

Dr Para agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Can hiatal hernia or gerd give you chest-pain, arm, neck or jaw pains?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Dr. David Earle answered

Dr Para agreed

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