What is a hiatal hernia .. its causes .. symptoms and how to avoid its danger

 What is the diaphragm?

The diaphragm is a large muscle located between the abdomen and chest.
A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of your stomach pushes the diaphragm up into your chest area.

What causes hiatal hernia?

Injury or other damage may weaken muscle tissue. This makes it possible for your stomach to push through the diaphragm
Excessive pressure (frequently) on the muscles around your stomach. This can happen when :

1. coughing;
2. vomiting;
3. Straining during bowel movements.
4. Lifting heavy objects.
5. Some people are also born with an abnormally large hiatus. This makes it easier for the stomach to move through.

Hiatal hernia symptoms:

Fixed hiatal hernias rarely cause symptoms. If you experience any symptoms, they are usually caused by stomach acid, bile, or air entering the esophagus. Common symptoms include:

• Heartburn that worsens when you lie down or recline.
• pain in chest .
• trouble swallowing
• burping;

Factors that can increase the risk of a hiatal hernia include:

1. obesity
2. aging
3. smoking

Reducing the risk of hiatal hernia:

You can't completely avoid a hiatal hernia, but you can avoid making the hernia worse by:

1. Excess weight loss.
2. Do not strain your bowel movements.
3. Get help when lifting heavy objects.
4. Avoid tight belts and some abdominal exercises.

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