A doctor may suspect that you have a hernia if you have severe acid reflux that has not improved with antacid medications. You may have read about a technique called the hiatal hernia finger test ...

When determining whether a hiatal hernia requires surgery, doctors often consider the symptoms and the type of hernia. Surgery may be recommended if the hernia become large enough that it bulges ...

Treatment for a hiatal hernia that causes heartburn is the same as for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This may include home treatment with lifestyle changes; nonprescription antacids, acid ...

Diet modification is one of the cornerstones of hiatal hernia treatment. By knowing which foods to eat and which to avoid, you can help minimize many of the gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms of a ...

Many people diagnosed with a hiatal hernia will not have any symptoms. Those who do usually experience heartburn and indigestion. While medications may provide some relief, effective hiatal hernia ...