How Can a Small Hiatal Hernia Cause a lot of Pain?

Hiatal Hernias are interesting in that larger hernias don't necessarily cause more intense symptoms. Factually, small hernias can still cause misery with everything from shortness of breath, acid reflux, heart palpitations, panic attacks and more.
In this video I explain why a small hiatal hernia can result in miserable symptoms.
The good news is that you don't need to continue suffering.
Reach out for a consultation: www.RootCauseMedicalClinics.com or call 727-335-0400.

[@millisalondon933]

In the past Ive had heart palpitations after meals,breathing problems, dizziness ,coughing up clear mucus and lightheaded. Did alot of blood test but doctors didn’t find anything. Years past and I started to put on a lot of weight. I went from 184 pounds two 248. I started to get really sick in March , symptoms include: gerd, weight loss,feeling full after eating really small amount,indigestion,regurgitation,always burping etc. I was diagnosed with Hiatus Hernia in June. Omeprazole wasn’t helping im now on nexium for 2 months now. Im really depressed reading these comments make me feel good and bad. I hope we get the help and guidance we need. Ohh and im only 23 at 224 pounds atm.

[@tracydownie169]

Thank you for this information…I have a 3cm hiatus hernia & waiting surgery. I had to do a manometry test & pH studies. Hoping surgery is next month.

[@TracyDavis904]

Did your surgery go well?

[@ravenmm1]

Started off with panic attack/anxiety in 2020. Couple weeks later had a severe attack again, went for endoscopy, diagnosed with hiatal hernia, gastritis and grade A esophagitis. Change my lifestyle. Had better days but along the way, my hiatal hernia got severe. Had to change my eating habit. I recovered 40%. Then it had severe shoulder, mid back and ribs pain. Diagnosed with middle upper right curve scoliosis. My whole life turn again. No one can say what was the root cause off all this. Which comes the first triggers points. Too have all this is really a long long journey to recovery.

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

Scoliosis can imbalance the diaphragm. I'm so sorry you've been suffering for so long. If you'd like any assistance consider calling us for a consultation: 727-335-0400. We'd be delighted to help.

[@ravenmm1]

@@DrVikkiPetersen thank you for the reply. But I am from Malaysia. I wish I was there.

[@pachuco1674]

Have you tested for H. Pylori?

[@ravenmm1]

@@pachuco1674 yup.. its negative

[@pachuco1674]

@@ravenmm1 how big is your HH?

[@yvonnethomas1537]

Thank you so much!! I suffer with acid reflex and asthma, shortness of breath lots of bloating. I also have a high hernia. Thank you because my doctor said that it didn’t matter that it was so small and you answered it for me. Thank you thank you thank you.

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

My pleasure Yvonne. If you'd like assistance please consider reaching out for a consultation. You can call us at 727-335-0400. We have a high success rate and would be delighted to help.

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

@@Yvettep777 That is why I filmed this video Mona. It is incorrect to tell you that. Small does NOT mean it can't cause intense symptoms. If you'd like assistance please consider reaching out for a consultation. You can call us at 727-335-0400. We have a high success rate and would be delighted to help.

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

@@Yvettep777 I just responded to your other comment that was similar Mona.

[@marienovak3663]

No heavy lifting and lack of diaphragm weakness and lack of protein and exercise and muscle 💪

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

Thank you

[@jjaronske6445]

Born with. Grand parents on both sides. Parents. All my siblings and cousins. Now I have to explain to my 10yo boy what he has going on.

[@francisdec1615]

One of the reasons that I am an antinatalist is that I don't want a child that inherits my autism, my myopia and/or my hiatal hernia, but hey, that's just me.

[@abdoashraf4655]

Hello ! I have been following and watching your videos for about two days and almost watched all videos about hiatal hernia in its playlist . I have been suffering about 5 years ago from a vary of unexplained annoying symptoms when I was doing abdominal exercises at home for 3 weeks and in someday I finished my exercises and went to bed then suddenly I felt like I can't take my breathe deeply ( I wasn't complaining from anything before ) , I felt my pulse was weak and felt dizziness , I went to bathroom twice at that night , I felt numbness in all my body including my face muscles and from then I suffer from a vary of unexplained symptoms like : Permenant shortness of breath , Insomnia , frequently skipped heart beats , heart palpitations , I was suffering from acid reflux but cured it with apple cider vinegar successfully , bloating at the upper left side even after drinking some water , constipation , diarrhea sometimes , mitral valve prolapse and cardiologists told me that it's trivial and can't do all these symptoms , I've done all important tests and scans and they all were normal nothing was found that can cause all these symptoms , my life style had effected a lot negatively with these symptoms so could a sub-clinical hiatal hernia be developed because of these abdominal exercises ? How can I contact you ?

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

We'd be delighted to help you Abdo. I'm so sorry you're going through this. Call us for a consultation at 727-335-0400 or via email: [e-mail]

[@cherryjohnson9733]

,​@@DrVikkiPetersen

[@BogartDeezNutz]

You are a God-sent physician ma'am.

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

You are most kind, thank you!

[@hotwireman49]

I can't get any help. They just keep doing endoscopies and blowing up my esophagus. Then it just comes back again and they want to blow up my esophagus again instead of getting to the root of the problem ( for those that don't understand what I mean by blowing up my esophagus, they put a balloon down there and inflate it which increases the circumference I guess of the esophagus because all of the stomach acid is calling causing a stricture in there from scar tissue. So their idea of fixing it is just make the esophagus wider it isn't working and it doesn't help anything

[@JohnQPublic345]

I noticed that coffee really irritates it. Is this normal?

[@kortneyjennings9026]

Yes, they say to avoid caffeine.

[@marymelstrom2009]

I’m suffering big time. In severe pain and can’t sleep from choking. Wake up severely congested. Was told mine was 2-3 cm. Had to have esophagus stretched also. I’m having to literally rip my bra off often from severe pain and swelling. Getting no sleep and am constantly weak and exhausted. I can’t bend over because it causes severe pain like something is ripping. I scoot on my butt to wash my floors. I was a CNA for 12 years doing heavy lifting and currently have an elderly 65 pound dog with severe arthritis that needs to be lifted several times a day. Anxiety and depression are getting worse especially with no sleep. Dr sounded like it was no big deal but there’s something awful wrong. Of course on omeprozole, sucrafate, famodadine, dycyclomime…etc….everything spelt wrong, sorry.

[@lighthealerastrid1465]

Sending an understanding hug. 🤗

[@shelleyfoley7074]

I have the same symptoms life is ruined for me 🙏🏼❤️❤️🙏🏼

[@marymelstrom2009]

@@shelleyfoley7074me too. Life sucks! 🙏❤️

[@Jimbob-zn6bl]

I push mine down towards under my left rib cage,sliding my 10 fingers down towards my left hip. It helps tremendously!! 🙏😊

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

It does. In fact it's one of the maneuvers we teach. But... we want full resolution, not just temporary relief. If you'd like some help consider contacting us for a consultation. We have a high success rate and would be delighted to assist. You can call us at 727-335-0400.

[@kathyblingbling5767]

​@@DrVikkiPetersencost for consultation

[@Lalalovee_1989]

@@DrVikkiPetersendo you help out of state people ? i’m in new jersey ?

[@marienovak3663]

Lots of people are doing self massage techniques and water jump and heal after few weeks and i did surgery Link 🔗 surgery and did NOT heal me at all and I am still vomiting 10 time a day and I tried self massage techniques and water jump technic and now I am feeling better

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

The techniques you mention can reduce your symptoms, but it's temporary. We are committed to truly resolving the condition. I don't want you to continue having to do techniques that only provide temporary relief. If you need any assistance consider contacting us for a consultation. We'd be delighted to help. You can call us at 727-335-0400.

[@michaelobrien4295]

Hi thank you for the videos,I had endoscopy 10 yrs ago and had a 2.5cm hiatus hernia ,however I had one recently and aside from inflammation of upper stomach lining ,they didn't mention hiatus, however I am having very bad symptoms for years including palpitations,reflux, bloating,etc I went to hospital many times with palpitations,, I did have a stent in heart but my heart is fine I also have anxiety attack,s, can you let me know how to fix this​@@DrVikkiPetersen

[@Kimberli1966]

A recent CT scan showed that I have a small hiatal hernia, but I’ve been having big problems when I bloat up. I get that fluttering feeling in my stomach, chest and throat. It scares me. I didn’t know the hernia messes with the heart. Is this dangerous? I’m getting panicky when I Google. Google has me dying half the time. I have all kinds of symptoms going on when my stomach bloats, but the one I get scared about is the fluttering or pinching of the heart. Thank you for your wonderful videos.

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

I do address that heart sensations that occur in some other videos Kimberli, but suffice to say, the heart palpitations or flutters secondary to a hernia are rarely dangerous. With that said, I would like to get more specific information from you to give you the best advice. If you'd like assistance please consider reaching out for a consultation. You can call us at 727-335-0400. We have a high success rate and would be delighted to help.

[@lukeowen7575]

Hey you remind me of Phoebe from Friends and I love it

[@pinkoceanflower3045]

I think my hiatal hernia is keeping my blood pressure very high, and no medication works.

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

Our programs are tailored to each individual, if you want specific assistance consider contacting us for a phone consultation - call 727-335-0400. We'd be delighted to help!

[@cocobonner9727]

IS it possible to have been misdiagnosed with a small diverticulum but it was really a hiatal hernia?

[@kevinjohnson-qc6cs]

So after a calcium score scan i was told i have a large hiatal hernia and i have been so worried my heart and or blood flow was the culprit but after positive heart test im convinced this is the culprit. What type of doctor do i need to see to fix this?

[@sherryhenshaw3173]

I do yoga and it works

[@lisamichelin2055]

Thanks I have your book I would not have known what to do the medicine does not work sometimes 😢

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

The medication, likely an antacid, is not getting to the root cause of your problem Lisa, and in fact is likely making it worse. I do speak about the dangers of antacids on this channel. If you'd like personalized assistance Lisa, we'd be delighted to help. You can call us for a consultation: 727-335-0400.

[@michaelknight2721]

I have a 2cm sliding hiatial hernia and high blood calcium,I find it hard to breathe(lpr) at times,what I want to know is what I can eat with these conditions that won't affect my breathing,yet alow me to get the nutrients and calories needed.Thankyou.

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

I would need more data about your health and your health history. If you'd like assistance please consider contacting us for a consultation. We have a high success rate and would be delighted to help. Call us at 727-335-0400.

[@renegleason5809]

High blood calcium can also be a sign of a parathyroid gland issue. My calcium was just a bit above normal for about a year. It caused a lot of issues, higher BP, hair loss, bone breaks... it is not something to overlook.

[@tnijoo5109]

How do you fix it? Surgery?

[@hotwireman49]

what about the GERD symptoms, Reflux burning, choking, snius infections, aspiration, and that weird smell/sensation of some medicinal, chemical .... smell. hard to define, but it's horrible!

[@Iamjazminmariah]

Question when that weird smell comes are you short of breath at the same time that happens

[@vkm416]

What is the treatment? Special exercises or a more long-term fix (via scope?) in a medical office?

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

The treatment is internal as well as physical. It differs for each patient but typically balancing the GI tract is key along with hormonal balance and then yes, as you mentioned, some special physical maneuvers (exercises come later) for our patients. Laboratory tests, diet and lifestyle changes are also part of the program. An endoscopy (scope) isn't always needed, it depends on the patient's history. We are a medical clinic and do testing as needed. I hope that answers it for you. Each patient receives an individualized program. If you'd like assistance please consider reaching out for a consultation. You can call us at 727-335-0400. We have a high success rate and would be delighted to help.

[@vkm416]

@@DrVikkiPetersen Thank you. I am in Georgia and was diagnosed with a hiatal hernia along with an ulcer and a ring in the esophagus that couldn’t be treated at the time due to the ulcer. Thus I was told I had to take omeprazole to address the inflammation before the esophagus could be treated. 😕 Since then I was laid off and have not had the $$$ for a follow up! Meanwhile I have been on the acid blockers for close to 2 years now…. which concerns me. Thank you for your answer

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

@@vkm416 Yes, 2 years on acid blockers is too long. Hopefully you'll get employed soon and we can help you. Let me know.

[@bethtucker5275]

Hiccups,burning throat causes coughing and spitting up pleghm,, wake up full of mucus, feeling like food stuck in esophagus, blating severe upper neat top of ribcage, upper back pain stabbing, ear problems, sinus problems, neck pain, sore esophagus, swelling at back of tounge and soreness, afraid to eat, throwing up a little In mouth, muscle spasms when coughing, wheezing, fatigue and all the things you said. Are these also common symptoms?

[@tnijoo5109]

I live in WI. Do you have clinics in WI? What do you do at your clinic? I had an endoscopy and they said I had a small hiatal hernia and didn’t think it needed surgery but now I’m wondering if it would help all my heart issues, especially mitral valve regurgitation. Thanks.

[@trixie2568]

She has a distance program. Go to her KZbin page and her website is listed there. On the website, the hiatal hernia program has its own tab.

[@la7418]

Can constant violent coughing from a terrible virus which caused a 24/7 cough cause this ?

[@MichaelWilliams-if4qk]

For years I at times have some slight burning while eating under my left lower sternum. Reflux and even at night waking up with a bronchial spasm from acid .

[@philiprhodes5537]

Tried everything to pull down techniques and still can’t get mine to go down.. 3cms sliding hernia I have all the symptoms of this have been misdiagnosed with heart issues panic attacks shortness of breath bloating ect ect and still can’t get this awfull thing to stop choking me everyday.. Food portions have been cut down drastically don’t drink or smoke and I kept mysef fit and yet still got this thing which has now changed my life forever and even to get surgery here in the uk is difficult.. I seriously don’t want to live with this for the rest of my life id rather be dead than have this thing it’s awfull and very little help from doctors who just prescribe ppi meds which make me worse so I come off them..

[@suesmith2398]

It’s the same here in Canada. They won’t do surgery, just want us to take ppi’s. I’m not living , I’m just existing. Life sucks.

[@courtneymcdonald9328]

I have a 2cm hiatal hernia. Can i arrange a meeting via zoom? I would like to start your treatment.

[@christiancruz3977]

I was diagnosed with a 2.6cm hiatal hernia. Is that enough to cause GERD? I’m confused. Never had here before and I eat extremely well as well read the acid watcher book. But still having symptoms.

[@Retamor2]

I guess you need to live in the US to get help from this clinic?

[@stijn6667]

How to diagnose it?

[@kevinschab4383]

Can this cause a tender stomach?

[@cherryjohnson9733]

I found out about three years ago that I have a small sliding hiatal hernia when they did a cat scan. I have heart palpitations a lot now. I pretty much just ignore them but sometimes they will make me very dizzy if my heart pauses too long. I try to avoid certain things that bloat me but this issue is happening way to much now I really don't know what to do.

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

If you'd like assistance consider reaching out for a consultation. We'd be delighted to help. You can call us at 727-335-0400. We have a very high success rate.

[@starrleo12]

Istg it cause alot of issue's

[@subammehla1083]

Can heavyweight gym lifting after hiatus Hernia surgery??😢

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

It depends. There are several stages of healing and rehab that would need to occur. Done gradiently you should be able to return to weight lifting. We'd be delighted to help you. Consider calling us for a consultation: 727-335-0400. We have a high success rate.

[@subammehla1083]

@@DrVikkiPetersen Some myths about hiatus Hernia surgery same symptoms come after 5 to 7 years recurrence rate 30% why 😭😭😭?? Plz reply??

[@marienovak3663]

Surgery doesn't work at all and omoprozole did not work at all 😭😭 and give you estomac cancer 🛑

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

If you'd like a natural solution, we'd be delighted to help Consider contacting us for a consultation - 727-335-0400. We have a high success rate.

[@emildachiseyaemie3142]

Did you get any help?

[@TracyDavis904]

Omoprozole causing cancer?

[@pr0gr4m3dd]

Yeah they told me I have a "small" hiatal hernia, and Barrett's esophagus, I'm 24 exercise regularly and never had GERD symptoms prior to 2 months ago. "Small" hiatal hernia and it all started with crazy palpitations and burning in my epigastric. I would drink water and I can feel it cooling my insides and every once in a while I get these attacks of pain and like a burp is stuck

[@millisalondon933]

How are you doing?

[@pr0gr4m3dd]

@@millisalondon933 doing good, just learning my body more and more. Schedule for fundoplication surgery in the fall, still get palpitations every once in a while but if I swallow a lot or take a few tums it normally goes away. GERD is still there, stool changes every day based on what I eat but just kinda learning to deal with it hoping the surgery will fix at least the gerd part or palpitations from irritated vagus

[@millisalondon933]

Hope your surgery is successful 🎉 are you losing weight?

[@pr0gr4m3dd]

@@millisalondon933 No I'm maintaining. Honestly one of the biggest triggers to my gerd is having an empty stomach and It makes my stomach all bubbly and it hurts my throat so I eat quite often, also to balance out all the running, rucking and weights I've tried to stay consistent with

[@millisalondon933]

Yes continue doing what your doing and hopefully it reverses itself ans you dont need surgery ❤❤ I’ve heard a lot of things about surgery. My doctor doesn’t even want me to have it. It’s 50-50 but I hope your situation comes out good.

[@johnpinto127]

Can u help with LPR aswell

[@DrVikkiPetersen]

Yes. If you'd like some help consider contacting us for a consultation. We have a high success rate and would be delighted to assist. You can call us at 727-335-0400.