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- Hiatus Hernia
- SYMPTOMS. In most cases there are no prior signs. In others there may be
- heartburn, discomfort under the breastbone (soon after eating when bending
- or lying down), stools darken with blood and vomiting blood.
- CAUSES. A weakened, enlarged diaphragm opening allows the protrusion of a
- small part of the stomach.
- TREATMENT. Eat more frequently with smaller meals. Weight reduction.
- .Raise head of bed. Surgery may be required.