Hiatal Hernia Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

What is Hiatal Hernia? Hiatal hernia is the protrusion (or herniation) of the upper part of the stomach into the thorax through a tear or weakness in the diaphragm. Hiatus hernias often result in heartburn but may also cause chest pain or pain with eating. People with heartburn may experience chest pain that can easily be confused with the pain of a heart attack. That’s why it’s so […]