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Is it true you can get a hernia in your throat!

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Dr. Addagada Rao answered

Yes a diverticulum: Hernia is an abnormal protrusion of viscus, then then you consider pharyngeal diverticulum ( zanker's ) as hernia , although is not called as one.

Dr Hoepfner agreed

Answered 5/26/2016

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I have a hiatal hernia and esophagitis. My acid reflux always stays in my throat when I get a flare up. I take esomeprazole and antacids but I dont think the antacids are working anymore. How do I get rid of this feeling. Makes me severely nauseous?

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I have a hiatal hernia and esophagitis. I cant get relief at night. I take Esomeprazole and use antacids. I sleep elevated, I dont eat after 7pm. I dont eat any trigger foods either. Pain at night, severe nausea. Throat feels tight to. Need relief?

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I have a hiatal hernia thats 5cm. I have shortness of breath, chest pain, difficulty swallowing, sever dry throat, anxiety (severe at times,) rapid heart rate with exertion, high heart rate, and a drop in O2. I get 0 sleep, please help?

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Can you get a hernia in your neck?

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