If you’ve been recently diagnosed with or suspect you may have a hiatal hernia, you may be surprised to know that there are two types of hiatal hernias you may suffer from. Below, we take a look at the difference between these two types: paraesophageal and sliding hernias, and also discuss hiatal hernia treatment.
Read MoreEsophageal disorders affect the muscular tube that carries food and liquids from your mouth to the stomach called the esophagus. There are a few common disorders that can affect how well the esophagus can do its job—luckily many of these esophageal disorders are easily treated with the right reflux doctors. We’ll discuss five common esophageal disorders that everyone should be aware of.
Read MoreHiatal hernias are fairly commonplace in western society, especially for those over the age of 50. But what is a hiatal hernia? A hiatal hernia occurs when the top portion of your stomach pushes against your abdomen and chest through an opening in your diaphragm, called the hiatus. Below, we take a look at symptoms, causes, treatments, and how your doctor will work to diagnose hiatal hernias.
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