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I have a small hiatal hernia that contributes to my gerd. how much heavy lifting can i do? like moving furniture, exercises at the gym. im fairly small, 55 108lbs. dont want to worsen it.

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Strain: Any exertion that results in straining the abdominal muscles is potentially harmful to a hiatal hernia. A thoracic surgeon could evaluate your hiatal hernia and advise you best.

Dr Hegab and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/17/2019

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