The symptoms most commonly associated with hiatal hernias include vomiting, regurgitation, excessive salivation, bloody vomiting and difficulty breathing. (michigananimalhospital.com)
When discussing the mechanisms for GERD, the issue of hiatal hernia must be addressed. (emedicine.medscape.com)
Naturopathic medicine aims to eliminate any factors that may be affecting the functioning of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) such as hiatal hernia, low acid pH, poor diet and food sensitivity. (hawaiinaturopathicretreat.com)