Hiatal hernias are more common after the age of 50 years old and in people with obesity. Losing weight and eating a balanced diet can control acid reflux symptoms due to a hiatal hernia.

Atrial fibrillation (AF), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and hiatal hernias are commonly seen ... Esophageal inflammation or acid in the esophagus affects receptors, which overstimulate ...

Acid reflux and heartburn can be more than uncomfortable—over time, they can be dangerous. Here's how to reduce discomfort ...

By knowing which foods to eat and which to avoid, you can help minimize many of the gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms of a hiatal hernia, including acid reflux and heartburn. While there is no ...

A hiatal hernia occurs when a small portion of the stomach pushes upward through the diaphragm, a sheetlike muscle that separates the lungs from the abdomen. Usually this doesn't cause any symptoms, ...

Background and Aim: Barrett's esophagus has been associated with the presence of hiatal hernia; however, to date no meta-analysis of the relationship has been performed. We aimed to conduct a ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 74-year-old woman who is active and healthy. I recently had an endoscopy, and the findings were a hiatal hernia of about 5 centimeters with some inflammation. I have been having ...

GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease). GERD is a chronic and more severe form of acid reflux. Those with GERD often experience frequent heartburn and require lifestyle adjustments and medical ...