Thanks Doc finally I got my right diagnosis. I’ve this symptoms since 2014 . Had been to ER several times thinking it was a heart attack due to SOB, heart palpitations and chest pain. I’ve been seeing Cardiologist, GI docs, Family Doctor/ Internist, Kidney doc and etc. Thanks for all info.
I have most of those symptoms, have been to the er a many a time like you said. Exact diagnosis. Panic attack or . I was recommended to a cardiologist and a Gasternologist, my heart is good. I went to the Gasternologist and performed a colonosophy and an upper GI. They told me my stomach lining was thin and that I had a small Hieatal Hernia. Gave me a prescription and said the hieatal was too small to correct. I have all the symptoms that you described. You are the first person in years to pinpoint my issues. The cardiologists have put me on blood pressure medication, and for some reason, Ido not think that is problem. I live in Arizona, I would like to know if you know of anyone here that believes or understands the syndrome like you. Thank you for letting me know that I'm not crazy or imagining this issue. It is real.
First of all: this video has changed my life. Thank you for that. Second: In 2018, I did a 30-day silent retreat where I would do walking and sitting meditation around the clock. The intensity of the stress (surfaced emotions/trauma), one meal a day, alongside poor posture in sitting meditation (pushed stomach up over time) and holding my arms behind my back during walking meditation (compressed my nerves that were already going through a lot of emotional stress) slowly gave rise to symptoms that I just thought were a part of the healing process. I was really just hurting myself without knowing it. Indescribable panic, chest pain, and heart palpitations came up on the retreat, and my bowel movements have never been the same since. It’s very difficult for me to lose weight now as much as I exercise and I have known for a while that something else is going on. I finally feel like I found an answer with your work and I can’t believe it. Would love to work with you some day. Question: at 13:16 are you referring to the vagus nerve? Thanks for letting me share, and for reading if you made it this far. To anyone struggling. Never lose hope. Healing is possible!
Wow ! well explained. Thank you so much. Part 2 pls. Mine are panic attack, shortness of breath , palpitations , anxiety, pain on upper left quadrant. Just eat little food and water
I have many videos on this topic, but what I'd like to offer you is a free phone consultation so that you do not need to continue suffering. I know how miserable it can be. My team is truly expert in this area and we would love to help you. Consider giving us a call at 408-733-0400.
@@faizamuhd6801sounds like what I'm going through and doctors can't diagnose me I've had heart palpitations after eating dizziness fast heart rate slow heart rate and many other symptoms , I've been to the emergency room seeing a cardiologist who put me onto Bata blocker metoprolol for fast heart rate but it never get better , I'm curious how you are doing did you get help . I've been dealing with this for 5 years and it's ruined my life.
Im from india. Thats fantastic advice..one of the best so far i have heard. Its like you diagnosed my problem without knowing me. I guess i have problem similar to hiatal hernia. Thank you for giving some hope .👍👍
Hi there, I'm also in SA. How are you doing now? I've just been diagnosed with pancolitis and HH.....oh the drama.... I miss my dhall curry so much . Tell me if you've found a way to sneak a curry into your meal time occasionally.... take care
I love this doctor,I have had heart palpitations and I didnt know what was wrong with me ,but then I have this chronic constipation ,I didnt know its hiatal hernia
Thanks Doctor for your great presentation. Im irish and have had terrible trouble over the years with this hernia. Things i learnt:: no black tea, a pint of water in the morning, warm water relaxes the diaphragm, stay lean and never get fat, exercise, alcohol is not good, watch the diet. It can be a curse but it will keep you doing the right things....in other words you will have no choice but to adjust and maintain the situation. Be carefull of doctors as they medicate without finding the root causes. No to PPI'S. HCL supplements can help with candida. Glucosamine can heal a leaky gut( no for cancer patients) Best of luck to you all...get moving...get healed.
Thankyou so much!! I fell and I've had stiff back and especially neck pain, i have a sliding hernia and symptoms eased after diet changes, weight loss etc but have got worse again after I fell, i realise now the palpitations in my stomach, anxiety and short breath, also unable to sing higher notes anymore lol, will all possibly be connected to my hernia with my neck and back problem. Found your videos so helpful and reassuring knowing reasons for symptoms and ways to resolve them, bless you and thankyou again! 🙏🙏
I'm glad I had the fundoplication surgery. After I got diagnosed with anemia (hemoglobin of 4), it was a no-brainer. I talked to a PA who worked with my surgeon, who commented that I was really at risk of constriction and being unable to swallow food if I did not get the hernia repaired. Finally had the surgery in May 2020. Only symptoms I ever had pre surgery was severe acid reflux, even with daily omeprazole.
@@carascottvo Not proven, but likely GI bleeding. My hemoglobin levels normalized after surgery. Post surgery, I have erosive esophagitis, but no Barrets.
Diagnosed with acid relux 2014 been on PPI since then. Sept 2024 chest pain doc sent me yo A&E for heart attack, happened again three times. Refused to go forth time as heart good. Encostopy three months later reveals sliding 2cm HH. Still breathless and tight chest. Im very slim, have an excellent diet and very active, never smoked and drink us minimal. Still on porridge, homemade celery soup and banana yogurt milkshake. stopping Lansoprazole had morning brain fog and aching hips and back but they have resolved now. Hope my vondition improves.
Thank you so much for your great tips and advice. I duffer with hiatal hernia and constipation. I've tried to drink more water, eat more fiber and do some of the excise you teach. I no longer take antacids. One ref delicious apple after a meal stops Gerd. It really works. I am feeling better thanks to your chanbel. God bless.
@@marilynnfrazier1960 No worries Marilynn, I figured it out! Glad you're doing better. If you need any assistance feel free to give us a call: 408-733-0400.
Interesting presentation. I'm surprised you didn't mention Synthroid as a cause of hiatal hernia. I was told that is how mine got started as we weren't told to take Synthroid with a full glass of water when I was put on it in the early 1960s. We also weren't told to take it an hour before or after eating. I'm now stuck with having to take Omeprazole every day for acid reflux.
Hi doc. Ive been following your channel since I got diagnosed with HH. Thanks for making these videos that are veryhelpful. Unfortunately, I am a Filipino and I dont have the ability and resources to go to you, reach you in any other way, get diagnosed or treated by you. Im really struggling to find solutions with my situation. My doc, diagnosed me with HH on January 2020, he said its to small to br in need of surgery, and fast forward to this day, I am still having most of those symptoms that you are providing us. Wish we have someone like you here in our country. My life’s been miserable, chronic headaches, muscle pains, nec pain and/or stiffness, dizziness, balance problems, digestive and breathing problems. The burning in the throat is not that bad, but I stillfeel that air coming from my stomach.
Hi there Just want to share that there is exercise that you can find to heal that issue maybe that would help PAM Fox on UA-cam But I don't know if you have other cause like neck issues or gut issues anyway hope this help I've been suffering for months and justafter researching why I felt like I was falling apart find out I have neck issues that trigger the vagus nerve who act on the whole body system and also HH i try many different treatments but I'm gonna try to go see a chiropractor and then keep doing the exercises to tone my diaphragm so this can be heal wish you the best It needs discipline but that's the only way out
We would be delighted to help. Please consider calling us for a free phone consultation. We can speak, get a better idea of you health history and decide the best approach to help you. You can call us at 408-733-0400.
I’ve always been told to do that for the nervous system breathe to calm yourself down. It doesn’t do anything at all whatsoever. All it does is hyperventilate to make you dizzy.
Hello Vikki... I am glad I could find your video about Hiatal Hernia. I am one of those people who did not even know there is something called as HH until i watched your video. This is your second video am watching today. I was desperate, depressed, anxious, stressed and totally lost trying to know what is happening to me all these years even after consulting some local doctors. I hope with the tips and knowledge you shared in your videos will help and heal me completely. + I would really like to mention that! The way you have explained this matter in your sweet accent, pronunciation, body language and SMILE is stunning. Thank you very much :) :) :) Cant wait to see my self getting cured from this stressful horrifying disease and live my life. Chetan Patil (From Bangalore, India)
My gallbladder was removed in a traumatic surgery gone south and was sliced open and stapled back together, 3 1/2 months in and out of hospitals and less than a year later was t-boned in car accident and felt like seat belt hurt my abdomen so bad, I felt like i did right after surgery. Inital symptoms for gallbladder removal did not go away and now things are much worse. They just found HH. I have almost all the symptoms you discuss on channel. Every Dr found something different when endo/colonoscopy were done . This HH seems spot on. Does no gallbladder sffect treatment??
Hi Vikki, this is amazing thank you for sharing - I have been suffering so much of late with my Hiatus Hernia symptoms. I get so many heart flutters all throughout the day it often feels like I get these shocking feelings of spasm in my lower oesophagus which most of the time send my heart into a racing episode which is terrifying. I have had my heart checked and ruled out for anything wrong with it. I have had the same responses from doctors who just pass it as pure anxiety and panic attacks! I have already contacted you guys through your website on the ask a doctor comments but thought I would comment here too. Hopefully we can organise a call as I am based in Melbourne, Australia. thanks! Jamie.
Dr.Vikki . Please help. In Jan 2021, I was prescribed medication for acid reflux although I do not have heartburn but I do have bloating, excessive belching, anxiety, and an indescribable symptom in the middle of the chest that usually leads to palpitation. I had the worst palpitation on 28th Feb 2022 during my badminton game, the heart pounded so hard and fast but thank God I did not collapse. I had 2 other earlier attacks during badminton before but they were not as bad. I doubt I will be playing badminton again until my condition improves. Anyway, I am puzzled when I realized my endoscopy's result says I have a grade 3 hiatus hernia which my doctor didn't even talk about it. Apple cider and Vitamin C are among the many items my nutritionist sold to me, then I developed gastritis. I am now confused if my stomach is producing too much acid or otherwise.
I have Hiatal hernia. I had H pylori bacterial infection too. I have ulcers I had gerd and throat mouth ulcers since childhood and no doctor ever told me anything. I am 30. I had endoscopy 2 weeks back now I am watching everything but I have damaged so much till now. I don't know what to do. I have taken so many meds for throat infection. No one told it was due to gerd. Now I am a classic case of medicine abuse. Depression, anxiety, high blood pressure, obese, pre-diabetic, I have been on pain killers because of sciatica, cervical, spondylitis. Don't know what to do.
I jump up and down when I wake up in the morning and crazy as it sounds it works for me. Also I cannot slouch, I have to correct my posture, in bed I raise my head. Celery is amazing, avacados, oats, have to avoid, chocolate, pizza, heavy spicy meat sauces.
I'm glad that works. If it stops working let me know and we'll help you with a more permanent solution. What I'm trying to say is that you shouldn't have to jump up and down every morning.
Thank you very much for your upload. Regarding the panic/breathing section: please tell your patients to inhale through their nostrils! Some people think it doesn’t matter, but your nasal cavities are an organ designed through evolution for breathing ! Look into it : see James Nestor
I got endoscopy and have 4cm HH and also non erosive gastris, I have had chest pain for over a year with bloating and sometimes get lump in my throat after eating, at first doctors put me on angina medication, treadmill and ecgs and chest x rays all OK, I have been taking omprazole for over a year and been told I have to stay on them long term, blood tests show white blood cells are high for last 6 months , I have pain in right hand side where appendix was removed many years ago, doctors are lost any suggestions.
great.. I just had them check me out and my stomach is about 3cm herniated, You spoke of neck, I had 2 discs replaced in my neck about 2 years ago and still have issues going on there. .. what a mess..
I understand Rod. This doesn't mean that you cannot get help and feel a lot better. Consider contacting us for a consultation. We'd be delighted to help. Call 727-335-0400.
Hi Iv recently just found out I have a 2cm hiatal hernia. I wish you was my doctor because the ones Iv seen have not explained much about it to me and they basically said I have to be on PPI for the rest of my life. I really hope I can be normal again as my acid reflux is bad and I get panic attacks in my sleep for the past year and a half. I live in the uk is there an email I can contact you by?
@@rachelschultz6472 It looks like mid-late February. Construction is occurring right now. In the meantime we could do a phone consultation and get you going in the right direction. No need to suffer any longer than you have to. Call us at 408-733-0400.
About a year ago I had weird symptoms I didn’t know what it was three months later I had to call 911 because I thought I was having a heart attackWhen I was at ER they ran bunch of tests on my heart saying that there’s nothing wrong with my heart after that I went to a G.I. doctor To get endoscopy done and I was told that I have a hiatal hernia I was put on a Prilosec medication which it helped me a lot but I’ve been trying to get off the medication and it’s been up and down few days ago after being at the gym in the sauna started to have another attack so I left I was driving home And the attack was so bad that I thought for sure this time I was having a heart attack so I called the ambulance again they showed up checked everything out took a picture of my heart and said there’s nothing wrong few days later I have a bruise on my left side of my chest the size of a quarter So my question is is it normal to get a bruise from a hernia attack I’m starting to worry again and think something is wrong with my heart it’s hard to separate in my mind that nothing is wrong with my heart even tho I was told that my heart is fine never had any heart issues before played sports my whole life in good shape and im 35 but it’ scared the crap out of me twice
A hiatal hernia wouldn't necessarily cause a superficial bruise, perhaps it was getting examined that caused it? But as regards your symptoms, I completely understand how miserable it can be. If you want assistance, please consider reaching out for a free phone consultation - you can call us at 408-733-0400. We have excellent success and would be delighted to help.
Thank you doctor you're amazing...I have been diagnosed with hiatal hernia 4 months ago and the reason behind it was that a small amount of blood was there in the vomiting and later the same in my stool and i went to the hospital and the doctor's had an endoscopy and there i was diagnosed with moderate diffuse gastritis and moderate hiatal hernia and they given me antacids and i have been taking it for 4 four months and i feel much better than before..... I want to know that how long i need to take this medicine and is this hernia curable My age is 20 years old.....I am waiting for you're reply😊
Antacids can give temporary relief but they will not solve the root cause and over time will create bigger problems. It's important to really get this resolved for your long term health. If you'd like our assistance we are happy to offer you a free phone consultation if you live within the U.S. You can call us at 408-733-0400.
H. pylori can be a contributing factor, yes. Once the infection is treated, you may still need some assistance to handle the secondary effects, let me know. If you want assistance, consider contacting us for a free phone consultation - 408-733-0400. Our success rate is very high and we'd be delighted to help.
Hi Beth. Did you get help with your symptoms yet? We'd be happy to assist if you need it. Please consider contacting us for a free phone consultation - 408-733-0400.
Diet and life style changes is what my Dr. told me, here I have 3 months and 24 lbs less later and my symptoms are worse than ever. I call BS on diet and life style changes.
Yeah you have to remove the foods that doesn't digest will with your body. Its normally the stuff we all love so much like onion, garlic, tomato sauce pasta dairy, chocolate, carbonated drinks, coffee some teas and fried foods and sugar, honey.. if your still eating any of these things you You basically will continue to suffer. Don't forget to exercise 30 min a day. Walking after dinner meal.
how does a person really know they are healed , are there a test to take, that shows your hiatal hernia healed ? Can a Chiropractor really help to heal it? Thank you .
I just watched this video and I have to Thank you! I was diagnosed a month ago with SIBO and I also have sliding hiatal hernia which is pretty debilitating. I’ve been suffering from digestive issues and anxiety for the last 6 months this far, the first 5 months was going from doctor to doctor having multiple tests and trips to the ER and Urgent care with the same results...”you have anxiety, take this medication to help it”. I didn’t take it. The whole 6 months I’ve been out on sick leave because of my symptoms. Last month I finally found a Naturopath doctor that got my diagnosis of my conditions. She told me I have sliding hiatal hernia which I’ve never heard before. She did visceral manipulation on me which really helped but it doesn’t last long. You’re information is truly helpful and I feel that validates why I have anxiety every single day especially when I eat and thereafter. If there’s any more tips or suggestions you can share with me I would really appreciate it. Thank you!
Most likely the sibo is what’s causing the hernia as it produces a lot of gas within the body and this starts to push up in the stomach with a lot of pressure on the LES slowly causing it to open allowing stomach to push through and herniate , you need to start fast tract diet which is limiting fetmentable carbohydrates in your diet to stop all the gas building up and kill of sibo
I have a double major scoliosis (50 degrees right thoracic, 55 degrees lumbar) and I think THAT is exacerbating it- (maybe it was caused by being constipated & also doing abdominal exercises).... does that sound plausible? I might add, when I relax by laying downor leaning far back sitting, I feel better... in fact when I get up in the morning I feel great, my problem gets worse as I move through my day - but even in the middle of the day when it gets worse, if I lay down or lay back and relax, it magically goes away!
It can depending on the severity of the hiatal hernia. Also, the real key is to identify why the stomach is in spasm and concurrently address the high diaphragm if that is present. We'd be happy to assist if you'd like. You can call us at 408-733-0400.
Hi, what lifestyle changes would you suggest for HH symptoms.. I suffer shortness of breath every day. Isnt there a lifestyle change which can help me feel better?
There are several possible lifestyle changes that could benefit you, but we would need to understand your health history better to make the most accurate recommendations. Should you wish to receive assistance, consider contacting us for a free phone consultation: call 408-733-0400. We would be delighted to help.
My pressure is below the rib cage after I eat or drink What you said how the stomach pushing up against the diaphragm makes sense to me I don’t have heart burn A little herd I have changed my eating habits and writing everything down for each meal Exercises everyday from some of UA-cam videos I sleep ok as long as it’s can find a position my stomach agrees with. My bowel movements are sometimes everyday or every other day I was thinking of getting my stomach checked a blood test for H pylorie?
Depending on your symptoms, surgery could be the best bet for you. Are you able to keep food down. Are you very short of breath? I want to make sure your quality of life isn't suffering.
Hi i have fybro myalgia and have a constant dull ache in my esophagus. My fybro is causing all these problems. What wpuld you recommend for treatment im in the uk
The best thing is to try and find someone in the UK who practices Functional Medicine or who specializes in natural care of fibromyalgia. Unfortunately I cannot help you internationally. I wish you lived closer.
@@vikkipetersen220 I don't have many symptoms except sometimes rib pain. But the doctor somehow diagnosed years ago feeling around during a physical. I will try - thanks for the helpful video.
So sorry you're suffering. It's so miserable. The clinic is located in Saratoga, California. We are a destination clinic so we treat patients from around the country. Feel free to give us a call at 408-733-0400 to get more information.
@@kenmcdade8368 Absolutely Ken. Since you are horizontal when sleeping, that position often exacerbates the problem and many people experience shortness of breath at night. I'd be more than happy to assist if you'd like. Consider calling the clinic at 408-733-0400.
Yes, that can happen. The best way to assist you is to get more information on your condition and health history. Consider contacting us for a free phone consultation - 408-733-0400. We would be delighted to help.
The onky proper RCT on fibre showed that increasing fibre caused worse IBS. Cutting all fibre got rid of IBS. Cut out fibre to decrease gut infkammation, don't add more.
I do have symptoms you have mentioned..many times I went to hospital still alternate days I am facing this....plz plz help my career is slow down Day by Day because of this
We'd be delighted to help. I understand how miserable it can be. If you want assistance we would be happy to help you. Feel free to call us for a free phone consultation - 408-733-0400. We have an excellent success rate, naturally.
Hi Dr I have been suffering from breathing problems due to hiatal hernia, and I have noticed that after doing my cardio it gets worst. Is there any solution or exercise to recover from this
This speaks to me 100% The palpitations attack, constipation, anxiety, bloating. Thank you for this information. I want to have a consultation with you but I live in Colombia. Do you offer services internationally?
Ok >I am your long distance caller listening and understanding every you are saying Wright now I will do and call you back to explain my selfself call soon
Great, we look forward to hearing from you. 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.
@@bethdavidson2274 As I've suggested Beth, you can give us a call. 408-733-0400. My heart goes out to you and I'd truly love to help, but you write in often asking for help but then you don't call. Please realize I cannot help if we don't speak and at least open a conversation.
What a lovely, authentic practitioner. I am going to call.
Thanks Doc finally I got my right diagnosis. I’ve this symptoms since 2014 . Had been to ER several times thinking it was a heart attack due to SOB, heart palpitations and chest pain. I’ve been seeing Cardiologist, GI docs, Family Doctor/ Internist, Kidney doc and etc. Thanks for all info.
My pleasure. We do have a high success rate. If you'd like assistance consider calling us for a consultation: 727-335-0400. We'd be delighted to help.
how much is a consultation?
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I have most of those symptoms, have been to the er a many a time like you said. Exact diagnosis. Panic attack or . I was recommended to a cardiologist and a Gasternologist, my heart is good. I went to the Gasternologist and performed a colonosophy and an upper GI. They told me my stomach lining was thin and that I had a small Hieatal Hernia. Gave me a prescription and said the hieatal was too small to correct. I have all the symptoms that you described. You are the first person in years to pinpoint my issues. The cardiologists have put me on blood pressure medication, and for some reason, Ido not think that is problem. I live in Arizona, I would like to know if you know of anyone here that believes or understands the syndrome like you. Thank you for letting me know that I'm not crazy or imagining this issue. It is real.
Same here
Unbelievable information. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I've suffered for years and still am in 2024. I look forward to learning more.
First of all: this video has changed my life. Thank you for that.
Second: In 2018, I did a 30-day silent retreat where I would do walking and sitting meditation around the clock. The intensity of the stress (surfaced emotions/trauma), one meal a day, alongside poor posture in sitting meditation (pushed stomach up over time) and holding my arms behind my back during walking meditation (compressed my nerves that were already going through a lot of emotional stress) slowly gave rise to symptoms that I just thought were a part of the healing process. I was really just hurting myself without knowing it. Indescribable panic, chest pain, and heart palpitations came up on the retreat, and my bowel movements have never been the same since. It’s very difficult for me to lose weight now as much as I exercise and I have known for a while that something else is going on. I finally feel like I found an answer with your work and I can’t believe it. Would love to work with you some day.
Question: at 13:16 are you referring to the vagus nerve?
Thanks for letting me share, and for reading if you made it this far.
To anyone struggling. Never lose hope. Healing is possible!
Wow ! well explained. Thank you so much. Part 2 pls. Mine are panic attack, shortness of breath , palpitations , anxiety, pain on upper left quadrant. Just eat little food and water
I have many videos on this topic, but what I'd like to offer you is a free phone consultation so that you do not need to continue suffering. I know how miserable it can be. My team is truly expert in this area and we would love to help you. Consider giving us a call at 408-733-0400.
Hi how long you experience your symptoms for I am experience it since 5 months ago
Same here but mine is shortness of breath, heavy chest, palpitations, nausea and fast heartbeat. I also can't much food and water. 2 weeks now
@@faizamuhd6801sounds like what I'm going through and doctors can't diagnose me I've had heart palpitations after eating dizziness fast heart rate slow heart rate and many other symptoms , I've been to the emergency room seeing a cardiologist who put me onto Bata blocker metoprolol for fast heart rate but it never get better , I'm curious how you are doing did you get help . I've been dealing with this for 5 years and it's ruined my life.
Me too
You cover this topic so well that I'm just super amazed and impressed. Every GI doctor on earth needs to watch this video!
Im from india. Thats fantastic advice..one of the best so far i have heard. Its like you diagnosed my problem without knowing me. I guess i have problem similar to hiatal hernia. Thank you for giving some hope .👍👍
I just paid $60 to a GI doctor and I got NO INFORMATION FROM HIM. I got so much from this video.
I'm glad it was helpful. If you need any assistance considering calling us for a free phone consultation at 408-733-0400.
@@vikkipetersen220 per the EGD turned out to be gastritis. Thank you very much Doctor and i'll keep your clinic's number ahould i need it further.
@@WolframtheBlessed3499 My pleasure. Make sure your doctor knows how to identify the root cause of your gastritis.
Hi Doc.from South Africa.thanks for ur insight.i finally understand my issue which Drs have overlooked or ignored for so long.
My pleasure.
Hi there, I'm also in SA. How are you doing now? I've just been diagnosed with pancolitis and HH.....oh the drama.... I miss my dhall curry so much . Tell me if you've found a way to sneak a curry into your meal time occasionally.... take care
I’m so happy I found you I am learning so much I can’t wait to finish watching all your videos
I love this doctor,I have had heart palpitations and I didnt know what was wrong with me ,but then I have this chronic constipation ,I didnt know its hiatal hernia
If you want assistance, please feel free to contact us at 408-733-0400.
@@DrVikkiPetersen where your clinic located? Im from UK
Thanks Doctor for your great presentation. Im irish and have had terrible trouble over the years with this hernia.
Things i learnt:: no black tea, a pint of water in the morning, warm water relaxes the diaphragm, stay lean and never get fat, exercise, alcohol is not good, watch the diet. It can be a curse but it will keep you doing the right things....in other words you will have no choice but to adjust and maintain the situation.
Be carefull of doctors as they medicate without finding the root causes. No to PPI'S.
HCL supplements can help with candida. Glucosamine can heal a leaky gut( no for cancer patients)
Best of luck to you all...get moving...get healed.
Thank you!
Thankyou so much!! I fell and I've had stiff back and especially neck pain, i have a sliding hernia and symptoms eased after diet changes, weight loss etc but have got worse again after I fell, i realise now the palpitations in my stomach, anxiety and short breath, also unable to sing higher notes anymore lol, will all possibly be connected to my hernia with my neck and back problem. Found your videos so helpful and reassuring knowing reasons for symptoms and ways to resolve them, bless you and thankyou again! 🙏🙏
I'm glad I had the fundoplication surgery. After I got diagnosed with anemia (hemoglobin of 4), it was a no-brainer. I talked to a PA who worked with my surgeon, who commented that I was really at risk of constriction and being unable to swallow food if I did not get the hernia repaired. Finally had the surgery in May 2020. Only symptoms I ever had pre surgery was severe acid reflux, even with daily omeprazole.
I'm glad it worked for you.
Why were you anemic? Not absorbing food or something?
@@carascottvo Not proven, but likely GI bleeding. My hemoglobin levels normalized after surgery. Post surgery, I have erosive esophagitis, but no Barrets.
This was super informative. Thank you for this video!
My pleasure TJ!
Can candida cause a hiatal hernia?
Diagnosed with acid relux 2014 been on PPI since then. Sept 2024 chest pain doc sent me yo A&E for heart attack, happened again three times. Refused to go forth time as heart good. Encostopy three months later reveals sliding 2cm HH. Still breathless and tight chest. Im very slim, have an excellent diet and very active, never smoked and drink us minimal. Still on porridge, homemade celery soup and banana yogurt milkshake. stopping Lansoprazole had morning brain fog and aching hips and back but they have resolved now. Hope my vondition improves.
Thank you so much for your great tips and advice. I duffer with hiatal hernia and constipation. I've tried to drink more water, eat more fiber and do some of the excise you teach. I no longer take antacids. One ref delicious apple after a meal stops Gerd. It really works. I am feeling better thanks to your chanbel. God bless.
Please forgive the above spelling mistakes, I typed with out my glasses. Duffer should be suffer and I meant red delicious apple stops gerd. So sorry.
@@marilynnfrazier1960 No worries Marilynn, I figured it out! Glad you're doing better. If you need any assistance feel free to give us a call: 408-733-0400.
Interesting presentation. I'm surprised you didn't mention Synthroid as a cause of hiatal hernia. I was told that is how mine got started as we weren't told to take Synthroid with a full glass of water when I was put on it in the early 1960s. We also weren't told to take it an hour before or after eating. I'm now stuck with having to take Omeprazole every day for acid reflux.
Hi doc. Ive been following your channel since I got diagnosed with HH. Thanks for making these videos that are veryhelpful. Unfortunately, I am a Filipino and I dont have the ability and resources to go to you, reach you in any other way, get diagnosed or treated by you. Im really struggling to find solutions with my situation. My doc, diagnosed me with HH on January 2020, he said its to small to br in need of surgery, and fast forward to this day, I am still having most of those symptoms that you are providing us. Wish we have someone like you here in our country. My life’s been miserable, chronic headaches, muscle pains, nec pain and/or stiffness, dizziness, balance problems, digestive and breathing problems. The burning in the throat is not that bad, but I stillfeel that air coming from my stomach.
I am so sorry you're suffering Chan. I wish you lived closer. Continue to pursue finding help locally. Persistence wins out!
Hi there
Just want to share that there is exercise that you can find to heal that issue maybe that would help
PAM Fox on UA-cam
But I don't know if you have other cause like neck issues or gut issues anyway hope this help I've been suffering for months and justafter researching why I felt like I was falling apart find out I have neck issues that trigger the vagus nerve who act on the whole body system and also HH i try many different treatments but I'm gonna try to go see a chiropractor and then keep doing the exercises to tone my diaphragm so this can be heal wish you the best
It needs discipline but that's the only way out
Absolutely life changing information. Thank you so much. Your video explained so much for me in regards to my various symptoms.
Glad it helped!
This describes everything I’m currently dealing with.
We would be delighted to help. Please consider calling us for a free phone consultation. We can speak, get a better idea of you health history and decide the best approach to help you. You can call us at 408-733-0400.
@@DrVikkiPetersen oh I left a voicemail for the front staff hopefully they call back
@@samg.2515 Hi Sam. My office didn't receive a voicemail. Just to ensure our number is: 408-733-0400. We look forward to hearing from you.
I’ve always been told to do that for the nervous system breathe to calm yourself down. It doesn’t do anything at all whatsoever. All it does is hyperventilate to make you dizzy.
Best advice I have seen to date. Thank you.
Wonderful and well explained … thank you
THANK you so much...you are a wonderful person. I really appreciate your help
My pleasure Lawrence.
Hello Vikki...
I am glad I could find your video about Hiatal Hernia. I am one of those people who did not even know there is something called as HH until i watched your video.
This is your second video am watching today. I was desperate, depressed, anxious, stressed and totally lost trying to know what is happening to me all these years even after consulting some local doctors.
I hope with the tips and knowledge you shared in your videos will help and heal me completely.
+ I would really like to mention that! The way you have explained this matter in your sweet accent, pronunciation, body language and SMILE is stunning.
Thank you very much :) :) :)
Cant wait to see my self getting cured from this stressful horrifying disease and live my life.
Chetan Patil
(From Bangalore, India)
Good luck to you Chetan. I hope you can find some help locally.
Did you heal yourself Chetan? I'm in bangalore and suffering too
@@DrVikkiPetersenhello Doctor do you provide consultation and treatment online? I am from Bangladesh, beside India. Please answer.
My gallbladder was removed in a traumatic surgery gone south and was sliced open and stapled back together, 3 1/2 months in and out of hospitals and less than a year later was t-boned in car accident and felt like seat belt hurt my abdomen so bad, I felt like i did right after surgery. Inital symptoms for gallbladder removal did not go away and now things are much worse. They just found HH. I have almost all the symptoms you discuss on channel. Every Dr found something different when endo/colonoscopy were done . This HH seems spot on. Does no gallbladder sffect treatment??
Hi Vikki, this is amazing thank you for sharing - I have been suffering so much of late with my Hiatus Hernia symptoms. I get so many heart flutters all throughout the day it often feels like I get these shocking feelings of spasm in my lower oesophagus which most of the time send my heart into a racing episode which is terrifying. I have had my heart checked and ruled out for anything wrong with it.
I have had the same responses from doctors who just pass it as pure anxiety and panic attacks!
I have already contacted you guys through your website on the ask a doctor comments but thought I would comment here too.
Hopefully we can organise a call as I am based in Melbourne, Australia.
thanks! Jamie.
My pleasure. We look forward to speaking with you!
@@DrVikkiPetersen goob morning Dr.vikki place i want to no want simtom hernia hiatal give wicnes
I get the heart flutters too.....very disconcerting!
Sums the problem up pretty well. Bending also irritates my condition.
Yes, good point.
Dr thanks alot .. please would u explain which sports are allowed and which are forbidden 🚫 ?
Dr.Vikki . Please help. In Jan 2021, I was prescribed medication for acid reflux although I do not have heartburn but I do have bloating, excessive belching, anxiety, and an indescribable symptom in the middle of the chest that usually leads to palpitation. I had the worst palpitation on 28th Feb 2022 during my badminton game, the heart pounded so hard and fast but thank God I did not collapse. I had 2 other earlier attacks during badminton before but they were not as bad. I doubt I will be playing badminton again until my condition improves. Anyway, I am puzzled when I realized my endoscopy's result says I have a grade 3 hiatus hernia which my doctor didn't even talk about it. Apple cider and Vitamin C are among the many items my nutritionist sold to me, then I developed gastritis. I am now confused if my stomach is producing too much acid or otherwise.
I have Hiatal hernia. I had H pylori bacterial infection too. I have ulcers I had gerd and throat mouth ulcers since childhood and no doctor ever told me anything. I am 30. I had endoscopy 2 weeks back now I am watching everything but I have damaged so much till now. I don't know what to do. I have taken so many meds for throat infection. No one told it was due to gerd. Now I am a classic case of medicine abuse. Depression, anxiety, high blood pressure, obese, pre-diabetic, I have been on pain killers because of sciatica, cervical, spondylitis. Don't know what to do.
Sorry to hear this, Surbhi, have you found some relief since writing this? Kind regards
How does one determine if our liver is making enough bile?
I jump up and down when I wake up in the morning and crazy as it sounds it works for me.
Also I cannot slouch, I have to correct my posture, in bed I raise my head.
Celery is amazing, avacados, oats, have to avoid, chocolate, pizza, heavy spicy meat sauces.
I'm glad that works. If it stops working let me know and we'll help you with a more permanent solution. What I'm trying to say is that you shouldn't have to jump up and down every morning.
@@DrVikkiPetersen Hello Dr, I'd be interested to hear about that solution.
I'm really struggling.
Hey doc... exactly my symptoms....wish to see you soon....but I am in india
I wish you lived closer. I hope you find someone to help you.
I am from Trinidad and Tobago.
I am also having similar experiences with acid reflux.
All the symptoms mentioned sound like mine.
I'mTrini also, same symptoms.
Can a cholecystectomy at a young age (14) possibly cause some of these symptoms? I'm now in my late 30's struggling with what I think is GERD.
Thank you very much for your upload.
Regarding the panic/breathing section: please tell your patients to inhale through their nostrils!
Some people think it doesn’t matter, but your nasal cavities are an organ designed through evolution for breathing ! Look into it : see James Nestor
Yes, we talk about "box breathing" a lot.
Brilliant thank you
My pleasure!
I got endoscopy and have 4cm HH and also non erosive gastris, I have had chest pain for over a year with bloating and sometimes get lump in my throat after eating, at first doctors put me on angina medication, treadmill and ecgs and chest x rays all OK, I have been taking omprazole for over a year and been told I have to stay on them long term, blood tests show white blood cells are high for last 6 months , I have pain in right hand side where appendix was removed many years ago, doctors are lost any suggestions.
Can candida cause hiatal hernia?
Is there a link with HH and hashimotos thyroid itis ? Thank you for all the videos.
great.. I just had them check me out and my stomach is about 3cm herniated, You spoke of neck, I had 2 discs replaced in my neck about 2 years ago and still have issues going on there. .. what a mess..
I understand Rod. This doesn't mean that you cannot get help and feel a lot better. Consider contacting us for a consultation. We'd be delighted to help. Call 727-335-0400.
Hi Iv recently just found out I have a 2cm hiatal hernia. I wish you was my doctor because the ones Iv seen have not explained much about it to me and they basically said I have to be on PPI for the rest of my life. I really hope I can be normal again as my acid reflux is bad and I get panic attacks in my sleep for the past year and a half. I live in the uk is there an email I can contact you by?
I have a hitael hernia! I’m miserable! I have been to Cardiologist, pulmonologist and no help so far! I wish your clinic was in Florida!
We will be opening our new clinic in Clearwater Florida very soon!
Dr. Vikki Petersen let me know when you are opening the clinic!
@@rachelschultz6472 It looks like mid-late February. Construction is occurring right now. In the meantime we could do a phone consultation and get you going in the right direction. No need to suffer any longer than you have to. Call us at 408-733-0400.
Rachel Schultz Same here
Dr. Vikki Petersen - Hi Dr Petersen , Just wondering what can you suggest for patient outside US? Thanks
About a year ago I had weird symptoms I didn’t know what it was three months later I had to call 911 because I thought I was having a heart attackWhen I was at ER they ran bunch of tests on my heart saying that there’s nothing wrong with my heart after that I went to a G.I. doctor To get endoscopy done and I was told that I have a hiatal hernia I was put on a Prilosec medication which it helped me a lot but I’ve been trying to get off the medication and it’s been up and down few days ago after being at the gym in the sauna started to have another attack so I left I was driving home And the attack was so bad that I thought for sure this time I was having a heart attack so I called the ambulance again they showed up checked everything out took a picture of my heart and said there’s nothing wrong few days later I have a bruise on my left side of my chest the size of a quarter So my question is is it normal to get a bruise from a hernia attack I’m starting to worry again and think something is wrong with my heart it’s hard to separate in my mind that nothing is wrong with my heart even tho I was told that my heart is fine never had any heart issues before played sports my whole life in good shape and im 35 but it’ scared the crap out of me twice
A hiatal hernia wouldn't necessarily cause a superficial bruise, perhaps it was getting examined that caused it? But as regards your symptoms, I completely understand how miserable it can be. If you want assistance, please consider reaching out for a free phone consultation - you can call us at 408-733-0400. We have excellent success and would be delighted to help.
Did you have the covid shot?
Thank you for these videos. Can this also be a factor in blood pressure?
Yes research vagus nerve. That nerve is also pinched up in the hernia along with lymph and blood vessels.
Thank you doctor you're amazing...I have been diagnosed with hiatal hernia 4 months ago and the reason behind it was that a small amount of blood was there in the vomiting and later the same in my stool and i went to the hospital and the doctor's had an endoscopy and there i was diagnosed with moderate diffuse gastritis and moderate hiatal hernia and they given me antacids and i have been taking it for 4 four months and i feel much better than before.....
I want to know that how long i need to take this medicine and is this hernia curable My age is 20 years old.....I am waiting for you're reply😊
Antacids can give temporary relief but they will not solve the root cause and over time will create bigger problems. It's important to really get this resolved for your long term health. If you'd like our assistance we are happy to offer you a free phone consultation if you live within the U.S. You can call us at 408-733-0400.
Thank you so much for this amazing info. I had h pylori could that be the cause of my hiatal hernia?
H. pylori can be a contributing factor, yes. Once the infection is treated, you may still need some assistance to handle the secondary effects, let me know. If you want assistance, consider contacting us for a free phone consultation - 408-733-0400. Our success rate is very high and we'd be delighted to help.
I’ve had my heart checked out and it’s fine it’s panic and breathing and neck pain and bloat is horrid
Hi Beth. Did you get help with your symptoms yet? We'd be happy to assist if you need it. Please consider contacting us for a free phone consultation - 408-733-0400.
This is helpful.
I'm glad to hear it.
Diet and life style changes is what my Dr. told me, here I have 3 months and 24 lbs less later and my symptoms are worse than ever. I call BS on diet and life style changes.
I lost 6 stone back in 2005 and my acid reflux was worse! Totally agree with you my friend.
Yeah you have to remove the foods that doesn't digest will with your body. Its normally the stuff we all love so much like onion, garlic, tomato sauce pasta dairy, chocolate, carbonated drinks, coffee some teas and fried foods and sugar, honey.. if your still eating any of these things you You basically will continue to suffer. Don't forget to exercise 30 min a day. Walking after dinner meal.
Same here! Weight loss made it worse
Do you have any clinics in the Clearwater/St. Pete Florida area?
What if i take magnesium trisilicate? Thank you!
Is a schatski’s ring also a hiatal hernia?
Is there any clinics in Pennsylvania
how does a person really know they are healed , are there a test to take, that shows your hiatal hernia healed ? Can a Chiropractor really help to heal it? Thank you .
My mom has very large hiatal hernia and erosive gastritis she has low ferritin 23 :( can it be the cause
Thanks
Is it best to have surgery
You're a very intelligent and beautiful lady
Can you lift heavy case with hernia
How to get diagnosed for hiatal hernia in a proper way? How does hiatal hernia feel?
Endoscopy that's how I found out I had a hiatus hernia
I just watched this video and I have to Thank you! I was diagnosed a month ago with SIBO and I also have sliding hiatal hernia which is pretty debilitating. I’ve been suffering from digestive issues and anxiety for the last 6 months this far, the first 5 months was going from doctor to doctor having multiple tests and trips to the ER and Urgent care with the same results...”you have anxiety, take this medication to help it”. I didn’t take it. The whole 6 months I’ve been out on sick leave because of my symptoms. Last month I finally found a Naturopath doctor that got my diagnosis of my conditions. She told me I have sliding hiatal hernia which I’ve never heard before. She did visceral manipulation on me which really helped but it doesn’t last long. You’re information is truly helpful and I feel that validates why I have anxiety every single day especially when I eat and thereafter. If there’s any more tips or suggestions you can share with me I would really appreciate it. Thank you!
We would be happy to help. Consider calling us for a free phone consultation at 408-733-0400.
Most likely the sibo is what’s causing the hernia as it produces a lot of gas within the body and this starts to push up in the stomach with a lot of pressure on the LES slowly causing it to open allowing stomach to push through and herniate , you need to start fast tract diet which is limiting fetmentable carbohydrates in your diet to stop all the gas building up and kill of sibo
Same issues been going to the hospital over and over just got a endoscopy hopefully some resalustion
I wish you can help me!
I have a double major scoliosis (50 degrees right thoracic, 55 degrees lumbar) and I think THAT is exacerbating it- (maybe it was caused by being constipated & also doing abdominal exercises).... does that sound plausible? I might add, when I relax by laying downor leaning far back sitting, I feel better... in fact when I get up in the morning I feel great, my problem gets worse as I move through my day - but even in the middle of the day when it gets worse, if I lay down or lay back and relax, it magically goes away!
Makes sense. I hope you can find someone locally to assist you so that you don't need to lie down so much.
Dr vikki do you think that loose sphinter is due to hernia and will that sphincter ever start to work again?
It can depending on the severity of the hiatal hernia. Also, the real key is to identify why the stomach is in spasm and concurrently address the high diaphragm if that is present. We'd be happy to assist if you'd like. You can call us at 408-733-0400.
Hi, what lifestyle changes would you suggest for HH symptoms.. I suffer shortness of breath every day. Isnt there a lifestyle change which can help me feel better?
There are several possible lifestyle changes that could benefit you, but we would need to understand your health history better to make the most accurate recommendations. Should you wish to receive assistance, consider contacting us for a free phone consultation: call 408-733-0400. We would be delighted to help.
Hello, Dr. Do you have other social media contacts where we can contact you since we live in other country?
Dr. Vicki Peterson
Is there a clinic in Spokane Washington to treat HIeta Hernia?
My pressure is below the rib cage after I eat or drink
What you said how the stomach pushing up against the diaphragm makes sense to me
I don’t have heart burn
A little herd
I have changed my eating habits and writing everything down for each meal
Exercises everyday from some of UA-cam videos
I sleep ok as long as it’s can find a position my stomach agrees with.
My bowel movements are sometimes everyday or every other day
I was thinking of getting my stomach checked a blood test for H pylorie?
Im told three quarters of my stomach is into my chest. They said i should do surgery. I'm not sure what to do, thanks
Depending on your symptoms, surgery could be the best bet for you. Are you able to keep food down. Are you very short of breath? I want to make sure your quality of life isn't suffering.
Why wouldn’t you list your techniques on your video?
please make this video in hindi language
Hello How i Goog cure my hiatal hernia?
Please help me
How to relive shortness of breath?
Watch 6 minute mark.
Hi i have fybro myalgia and have a constant dull ache in my esophagus. My fybro is causing all these problems. What wpuld you recommend for treatment im in the uk
The best thing is to try and find someone in the UK who practices Functional Medicine or who specializes in natural care of fibromyalgia. Unfortunately I cannot help you internationally. I wish you lived closer.
Exercise for vagus nerve has help for fibromyalgia
Im watching this before bed while Im lying in bed eating. Hmm... I guess Im not off to a good start.
If you're troubled with these symptoms you would want to change that habit, yes.
@@vikkipetersen220 I don't have many symptoms except sometimes rib pain. But the doctor somehow diagnosed years ago feeling around during a physical. I will try - thanks for the helpful video.
Where are you I want to see you you have hit everything I am going through wow !!!
So sorry you're suffering. It's so miserable. The clinic is located in Saratoga, California. We are a destination clinic so we treat patients from around the country. Feel free to give us a call at 408-733-0400 to get more information.
@@DrVikkiPetersen thank you
@@kenmcdade8368 You are most welcome!
@@DrVikkiPetersen hey I have a question. Shortness of breath is one of the systoms of a sliding hiatal hernia . Can it happen while you are sleeping?
@@kenmcdade8368 Absolutely Ken. Since you are horizontal when sleeping, that position often exacerbates the problem and many people experience shortness of breath at night. I'd be more than happy to assist if you'd like. Consider calling the clinic at 408-733-0400.
I get the spasms on an empty stomach. They wake me up
Yes, that can happen. The best way to assist you is to get more information on your condition and health history. Consider contacting us for a free phone consultation - 408-733-0400. We would be delighted to help.
The onky proper RCT on fibre showed that increasing fibre caused worse IBS. Cutting all fibre got rid of IBS. Cut out fibre to decrease gut infkammation, don't add more.
please make this video in hindi
I'm sorry; I don't speak Hindi.
I do have symptoms you have mentioned..many times I went to hospital still alternate days I am facing this....plz plz help my career is slow down Day by Day because of this
We'd be delighted to help. I understand how miserable it can be. If you want assistance we would be happy to help you. Feel free to call us for a free phone consultation - 408-733-0400. We have an excellent success rate, naturally.
How much would it cost to be treated?
Around 4 grand
Hi Dr
I have been suffering from breathing problems due to hiatal hernia, and I have noticed that after doing my cardio it gets worst. Is there any solution or exercise to recover from this
Yes there is a solution. We'd be delighted to help. Please consider contacting us for a consultation: call 727-335-0400. We have a high success rate.
Can your clinic reverse a very large hiatal hernia naturally?
Good question!
Is this still applicable in 2023?
I swear mine started from wearing pants that were too tight and slouching at my desk
Im Manuela anas i have insomnia HH please help me
Try hiatal hernia exercises and stretches. Also diet
Hi doctor.. I try to contact in your website but it is not working it is showing access denied
The website is fine. Are you international. It's RootCauseMedicalClinics.com.
@@DrVikkiPetersen yes I am from India....
www.youtube.com/@alexandermarbaniang8342
How does one know if one is having this type of issue doc
This speaks to me 100%
The palpitations attack, constipation, anxiety, bloating.
Thank you for this information. I want to have a consultation with you but I live in Colombia. Do you offer services internationally?
Yes we can offer telemedicine visits internationally. Contact us via our website: www.RootCauseMedicalClinics.com - free consultation form.
Can this make your chest muscles hurt
Beth Davidson I have this question too
Lin Fox me to my chest muscle ache from my neck sand shoulders. Also do you get nauseous as well
Beth Davidson yes get neck ache and occasional nausea
Ok >I am your long distance caller listening and understanding every you are saying Wright now I will do and call you back to explain my selfself call soon
Great, we look forward to hearing from you. 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.
I need you help I’m In Oklahoma though
That's okay; we can work with long distance in many cases. Consider giving us a call. 408-733-0400.
Dr. Vikki Petersen I sure will I need your help bad I am suffering from panic relalf bad
@@bethdavidson2274 As I've suggested Beth, you can give us a call. 408-733-0400. My heart goes out to you and I'd truly love to help, but you write in often asking for help but then you don't call. Please realize I cannot help if we don't speak and at least open a conversation.
Dr. Vikki Petersen I’m going to call tomorrow for sure ty so much.
@@bethdavidson2274 Great Beth - I look forward to it: 408-733-0400
Hi there - do you know anyone who runs this kind of treatment in London?
I don't Candice, I'm sorry. I wish you were closer.
This is my problem
What issues u having with it?
Bla bla bla bla! Where is your exercise? Dislike !
ok
That is a disrespectful way of communicating. Should be thankful she has knowledge.