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Hiatus Hernia

A hiatal hernia is when the upper part of the stomach is pushed into the diaphragm and chest. Obesity, smoking, and aging are some factors that increase the risk of developing a hiatal hernia. Frequent coughing, vomiting, straining during bowel movements, and lifting heavy objects are other risk factors. The symptoms are heartburn, trouble swallowing, burping, and abdominal discomfort. Taking antacids and proton pump inhibitors helps to provide some relief. In severe cases, surgery is required.

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I have a tiny nodule in the cardia. Do I have cancer?

Query: Hi doctor, I had a gastroscopy a week back and when I asked the doctor if I had cancer she said no. On arriving home I saw on the report that there was a tiny nodule in the cardia which has been biopsied. My question is, why would she say emphatically that I do not have cancer if she has done a bio...  Read Full »

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Dr. Ambalathu Veettil Hussain Shihaz

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query in detail. The endoscopy has shown a healing ulcer and is showing healing as well as a small hiatus hernia. There is a very tiny nodule in cardia (proximal part of the stomach), which has been biopsied. These tiny nodules are usually innoc...  Read Full »

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