What’s Wrong? Could it be Hiatal Hernia? – Video

Could it be hiatal hernia? A surprising list of symptoms

In this video created around the question “Could it be hiatal hernia?”, Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that Hiatal Hernia Syndrome is widely misdiagnosed or overlooked, despite affecting 20% of Americans—a number that increases with age. She highlights how symptoms like acid reflux, bloating, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, and anxiety are often dismissed or incorrectly treated. Many patients are wrongly prescribed inhalers, heart medications, or anti-anxiety drugs, when in reality, their symptoms stem from digestive dysfunction. Dr. Petersen stresses that 50% of acid reflux cases are silent, meaning many people suffer without realizing the cause.