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Colitis (Expert Forum)
Hiatal Hernia
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
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Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Nov 01, 2008 12:55PM
, Nov 01, 2008 12:55PM
Hi,
There are three types of hiatal hernia - sliding , paraesophageal and mixed.
These are mostly asymptomatic .
Paraesophageal hernia may cause gastric volvulus in which the stomach gets twisted which is a surgical emergency.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
There are three types of hiatal hernia - sliding , paraesophageal and mixed.
These are mostly asymptomatic .
Paraesophageal hernia may cause gastric volvulus in which the stomach gets twisted which is a surgical emergency.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Member Comments (2)
by dee03, Nov 05, 2008 07:42PM
i just had my 3rd baby and the doctor told me that i have a hernia were the muscels are weak is this hernia going to go away on its own and if so how long do it take or do i have to have surgery
