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Hiatal Hernia : Causes

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Causes List

Causes could include:
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Causes Overview Articles

Hiatal hernia
The cause is unknown, but hiatal hernias may be the result of a weakening of the supporting tissue. Increasing age, obesity, and smoking are known risk factors in adults. Children with this condition are usually born with it (congenital. It is oft...
Source:ADAM
Date:March 8, 2008
Hiatal Hernia
A hiatal hernia is an abnormal protrusion of the stomach up through the diaphragm and into the chest cavity.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
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