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Hiatus hernia |
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Hiatus hernia A protrusion of part of the stomach through the diaphragm to a position next to the esophagus. Mentioned in: Heartburn Patient discussion about hiatal hernias. Q. do you know of a good gastro doctor in staten island ny. I have acid refex so bad cant sleep, or lay flat.. years ago was told I had a hiatus hernia, and would only have fLare ups once in a while, have taken nexium for years, and it worked, but not anymore.. I really need to find a good doctor to test me again. A. Try www.ucomparehealthcare.com/drs/new_york/gastroenterologists/Staten_Island.html for a directory of gastroenterologists in your area. This is only a website I've found - haven't tried it and I have no idea how good or reliable it is. Read more or ask a question about hiatal herniasTake care, How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Hiatal hernias may be categorized as paraesophageal or sliding. Although considered a condition of middle age, hiatal hernias affect people of all ages. Hiatal hernias may develop in people of all ages and both sexes, although it is considered to be a condition of middle age. |
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