For approximately 50% of individuals with a hiatal hernia, symptoms are not present. For those who do experience symptoms, it is usually caused by heartburn, or acid reflux. Many individuals ... Read More

There are two categories of hiatal hernias, sliding or paraesophageal. With paraesophageal hernias, the gastro-esophageal junction remains where it belongs, but part of the stomach is squeezed up into the ... Read More

There are electronic email support lists and forums that help us understand all the complicated aspects of chronic acid reflux, and give us the information and support we need to ... Read More

Popular heartburn myths debunked and explained. Read more.

Despite the name, heartburn has nothing to do with the heart. It's a digestive problem that occurs when stomach acid comes into contact with the lining of the esophagus, causing ... Read More