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Can a hiatal hernia cause pains or discomfort? my dr says i have one but it isn't causeing my intestinal issues. that is unknown still.
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Sometimes: A large hiatal hernia can cause pain and discomfort in your upper stomach. It also can make symptoms of reflux worse. If your pain is lower or more diffuse then likely not caused by your hiatal hernia.
Answered 9/7/2013
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