Do you have a Hiatal Hernia?

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This is an interesting question. When I had my upper endoscopy last

February, they found that I had a small hiatal hernia at the base of my

esophagas. Since that time, I've noticed that several people on this board

have reported the same thing. So now I wonder if this is something that's

brought about by our chronic pancreatitis? Now I'm curious to know how

many of us have this, and what it's revelence is. Guess I'll have to do some

research on this just to satisfy my curiousity.

As you see, I've changed the title of the message and I hope now that anyone

who does have a hiatal hernia will respond. I'd also like to hear if this

causes

problems for anyone.

Mine is small and as far as I know, doesn't cause me any trouble. My GI

asked me if I had any heartburn, and I don't really think I do. I do have

occasional problems swallowing, but that's also a symptom of my hypothyroid

condition, so the hernia probably just makes this a bit more noticeable.

What did you doctor tell you about yours?

With hope and prayers,

Heidi

Heidi H. Griffeth

South Carolina

SC & SE Regional Rep.

PAI, Intl.

Note: All comments or advice are personal opinion only, and

should not be substituted for consultation with a medical

professional.

wrote:

> Just a quick question for all about Hiatal Hernia. I noticed that in Sandy's

last post she mentioned having one.....Could this condition be related or

caused by pancreatitis. I was just diagnosed last week with having one.