Hiatal Hernia with suspected colon/intestine hernia

[bacchus]

I have a hiatal hernia and suspect that I have a piece of colon or intestine herniated into the diaphragm as well(bowel movements feel like they come high out of the sternum).  What is the best test to have done to verify this?

[selmaS]

  X-Ray and Imaging
For hernias that occur internally or that cannot be determined from a physical exam, diagnostic X-ray and imaging would be performed to confirm the presence of a hernia. X-rays are also used for external protrusions when the doctor suspects the presence of a body organ in the hernia. Since internal hernias often share similar symptoms with other unrelated medical conditions, it is important to confirm the diagnosis before implementing any form of treatment. A common type of X-ray would be the multi detector CT (MDCT), which can clearly show the contents of the sac and its exact anatomical location. Common examples of internal hernias that require X-ray diagnosis include the following:
Diaphragmatic and hiatal hernias: Chest X-rays may be performed to see if there are any "shadows" that may signify the presence of diaphragmatic or hiatal hernias.
Spinal hernias: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), which provides high-quality contrast between the hard and soft tissue, is usually used to diagnose the condition. However, a physical test involving raising and lowering of limbs may also be performed to further help locate the site of protrusion.

source-
http://www.symptomfind.com/diseases-conditions/hernia-tests-diagnosis/

[bacchus]

I have had upper gi's.  They don't get any barium into your intestines so they don't show up on xray.  

[selmaS]

   Hi...have u had an upper GI done? If it is up high where u suspect I would imagine this would show  it.....ask a GI Dr, they would be the best to tell u, as we r only a support community : )

Keep us posted on what u find out.

Good luck