Is there stomach pain with a hernia?
On One Hand: There is Pain Associated with a HerniaSome patients might experience stomach pain with a hernia. According to webmd.com, hiatal hernia pain is akin to chest pains often associated with a heart attack. In some cases, the hernia does not cause the pain directly, but rather indirectly, in the form of vomiting, severe abdominal pain or constipation.On the Other: Hernia Symptoms Can Be MildAccording to gicare.com, sometimes there is virtually no pain associated with a hernia because there are often no symptoms. In mild cases, the hernia can cause heartburn-like symptoms, such as regurgitation and the sensation that stomach acid is sliding up into the esophagus. Again, patients are more likely to feel indirect pain caused by the hernia, such as bleeding, low red blood cell count, esophageal inflammation and difficulty swallowing.Bottom LineThe severity of the hernia will likely determine how much pain a patient will experience.
