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A member asked:

Could hiatal hernia cause trouble breathing when lying flat on back? my husband's heart is healthy-went to cardiologist but dr had no idea why

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Dr. Yong Wen answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes.: Hiatal hernia can cause esophageal reflux worsens with lying on back which can feel like burning chest pain and difficulty catching breath.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/2/2017

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