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I have a hiatal hernia and suffer migraines. meds to treat the hernia symptoms (severe acid reflux) give me headaches. what are my other options?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Many antacids: to choose from so trial and error. Also PO antacids are available.

Answered 9/28/2016

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