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Squeeze hard, especially after heavy meals.
Cardiac causes should always be ruled out first. Another factor to consider is diet…
6. Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
Feeling like food is stuck to your throat or chest.
Meals become slower, more deliberate.
The cause could be shrinkage or irritation. Imagine the frustration.
But the next one brings relief from the difficulties…
5. Feeling of fullness or rapid bloating
Satisfaction after small portions, with abdominal distension.
A gastric hernia compresses the space.
The feeling of heaviness after meals persists. And then what? Nighttime problems…
4. Symptoms worsen when lying down.
Symptoms are exacerbated by the need to bend over or stoop forward.
Gravity no longer helps to maintain a low level of acidity.
Nights are disrupted. But some people are suffering from respiratory problems…
3. Shortness of breath
Sometimes, a feeling of shortness of breath, especially after meals.
Pressure on the lungs or diaphragm.
Disruptive during the activity. And now, something less common…
2. Chronic cough or hoarseness
Persistent cough, sore throat or changes in voice.
The acid that enters the throat irritates the respiratory tract.
Difficult mornings. Well, what worries me most…
1. Nausea or vomiting
Stomach aches, sometimes regurgitation.
In the most serious cases, the contents of the trap become blocked.
Robert was experiencing these symptoms: heartburn, regurgitation, and chest discomfort. The diagnosis shed some light on the matter.
Susan, aged 65, had difficulty swallowing and feeling full. Small changes helped her a lot.
| COMPARISON OF TYPICAL SYMPTOMS | HIATAL HERNIA INCIDENCE RATE | POSSIBLE TRIGGERS | WHEN TO ASK FOR HELP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heartburn | Very common | A large meal eaten while lying down | Persistent or severe |
| Regression | Common | To lean over | With weight loss |
| Chest pain | Common | After eating | If sudden or intense |
| Difficulty swallowing | Moderate | Solid foods | Ongoing or worsening |
| Békanie | Common | Soft drinks | Along with other signs |
