Symptoms of Hiatal Hernia
The majority of people who have hiatal hernias don't even realize it. Those who do know typically find out when visiting a doctor because of chronic heartburn. Symptoms may include the following:
- heartburn; regurgitation.
- difficulty swallowing.
- chest pain radiating from below the breastbone (the sternum).
- a bloated feeling after eating.
- shortness of breath.
Call Your Doctor If:
Radiating chest pain is not relieved by taking an antacid. You may have angina, or you may be having a heart attack. Get medical care immediately.
You are being treated for heartburn or hiatal hernia, and you feel sudden chest or stomach pain, have difficulty swallowing; and are vomiting. You may have a hernia that has strangulated, which is a medical and surgical emergency. Seek medical help without delay,
Your hratal hernia is accompanied by, chronic heartburn. Stomach acid is repeatedly burning your oesophagus, which can lead to oesophagitis (an in-flamed and ulcerated oesophagus), esophageal scarring, stomach ulcer, or cancer. See a physician soon.
