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Symptoms
By Mayo Clinic staff
Small hiatal hernias
Most small hiatal hernias cause no signs or symptoms.
Large hiatal hernias
Larger hiatal hernias can cause signs and symptoms such as:
- Heartburn
- Belching
- Chest pain
- Nausea
When to see a doctor
Make an appointment with your doctor if you have any persistent signs or symptoms that worry you.
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- Jeyarajah R, et al. Abdominal hernias and gastric volvulus. In: Feldman M, et al. Sleisenger & Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Management. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2006. http://www.mdconsult.com/das/book/body/162991320-4/0/1389/0.html. Accessed Sept. 30, 2009.
- Keifer D. Gastroesophageal reflux disease. In: Rakel, D. Integrative Medicine. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2007. http://www.mdconsult.com/das/book/body/162991320-4/0/1494/0.html. Accessed Sept. 30, 2009.
- Kahrilas PJ. Hiatus hernia. http://www.uptodate.com/home/index.html. Accessed Sept. 30, 2009.
- The word on GERD. American College of Gastroenterology. http://www.acg.gi.org/patient/gerd/word.asp. Accessed Sept. 30, 2009.
- Picco MF (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Fla. Oct. 6, 2009.
