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Hiatal hernia
A condition that occurs when part of the stomach bulges into the chest. It can cause severe heartburn but is treatable.
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | Common | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | Common | ||||
| Teenager14-18 | Common | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
Body locations
Upper abdomen
Inguinal hernia
Condition
Groin hernia (inguinal hernia)
Condition
Omphalocele and gastroschisis
Condition
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Medications
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