Problems
Acid reflux – Symptoms and treatment
Reflux is a backflow of corrosive stomach acid from the stomach up into the esophagus and throat, caused by weakened muscles. To keep the acid in the stomach, where it is beneficial, you need to strengthen the weakened muscles.
Read moreSnoring – Symptoms and treatment to stop snoring
Snoring is a common problem that can cause a disturbed night’s sleep for both you and the person you share the bed with. But why do you snore and how do you actually stop snoring? Read on for answers that will help you stop snoring.
Read moreHeartburn – Symptoms and treatment
Heartburn is a common symptom that many people suffer from. On this page we go through the underlying causes and symptoms of heartburn, and provide tips on effective treatment so that you can be symptom free.
Read moreDifficulty swallowing food
With a hiatal hernia, it is harder to swallow solid food and drier textures like rice, chicken or meat, while liquids work smoothly. If you also have trouble swallowing liquids, there may be a neurological cause.
Read moreA lump in the throat when swallowing
The feeling of a lump in the throat is a common problem that makes it difficult to swallow and eat. Here we describe common causes of the feeling of a lump in the throat and how you can treat it effectively.
Read moreMucus in the throat and throat clearing
Thick mucus in the throat and throat clearing are common symptoms that many people suffer from. Here we describe common causes of the problems and how you can get rid of them.
Read moreProblems with belching or gas
Problems with belching or a bloated stomach can be symptoms of an oversensitivity or allergy to certain foods, upset food digestion, or bacteria. Or due to an excessive number of swallows due to a Hiatus hernia.
Read moreDry cough and hoarse voice
A persistent dry cough and hoarse voice are common problems that are often symptoms of a hiatal hernia. Here we explain what causes these problems and how you can get rid of them.
Read morePain in the chest, behind the ribs and in the back
Sometimes pain is felt in the chest, in the back, the diaphragm and behind the ribs during or after meals and can then feel like cramp. If you have one or more of these symptoms, it may be a sign of a hiatal hernia.inf
Read moreOesophagitis – Oesophageal catarrh
Common symptoms of oesophagitis, inflammation of the oesophagus, are acid reflux and heartburn caused by a hiatal hernia. In this article, we explain the underlying causes of oesophagitis, how to get relief and treatment.
Read moreHiatal hernia self-test – Check yourself
Self test for hiatal hernia Complete this simple online test in just three minutes and find out whether your symptoms are caused by a hiatal hernia. You will get an immediate answer of how likely it is that this is the cause behind your symptoms. The test cannot replace a medical examination by your physician, […]
Read moreHiatal hernia
A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach slides up through the diaphragm. This can cause many unpleasant symptoms.
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