What is Hiatal Hernia

Hiatus hernia or hiatal hernia is the protrusion (or hernia) of the upper part of the stomach into the thorax through a tear or weakness in the diaphragm. The symptoms include acid...

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Difficulty Breathing With A Hiatal Hernia
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I have been having difficulty breathing with my hiatal hernia off and on this entire summer. I have been diagnosed with it for about 3 years now but nothing is working. Sometimes I go into a panic attack because my breathing is so shallow. I do not know what to do anymore. Does anyone else have this issue and if so how did you resolve it?
Posted on 08/27/07, 12:08 pm
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Reply #1 - 09/04/07  12:17am
" I am going through the same thing,and I just joined this sight,as I am also freaking out,so looing for advice. I am new to this flare up so severe,and the more I worry about my breathing,the more I panic.Keep in touch.Korynne "
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Reply #2 - 09/04/07  2:04pm
" Have you tried sleeping on a wedge pillow or lifting the back of bed off the floor so you are on an angle? "
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Reply #3 - 09/28/07  10:28am
" Hi
I have this somethimes where i cant get my breath, its really scary and you do panic.
I find changing what i eat helps, mybe write a food diary see if you can fine what helps and what maks you worse>
take care "
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Reply #4 - 03/29/08  10:59pm
" You may have sleep apnia problems. I had hiatal hernia surgery 5 months ago, and 1 mo ago I got a cpap machine after a sleep study test. That has made me feel better and much lest tired.
Kathie1952 "

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