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Would a hiatal hernia cause nausea and vomiting or only acid reflux?

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It could: If it contained small bowel.

Answered 5/7/2013

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Maybe...: A hiatal hernia most commonly causes reflux. Severe episodes of reflux can result in nausea and vomiting. Gastric motility problems, often the cause of reflux could result in nausea and vomiting as well. Good luck!

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Answered 3/2/2020

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