Diaphragmatic Hernia
A diaphragmatic hernia is the passage of part of the abdominal organs into the chest through an opening or weakness in the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the abdomen from the chest. It may be present from birth or develop over time.
Common symptoms:
- Heartburn, reflux, or discomfort when eating
- Pain or pressure in the chest or the upper part of the abdomen
- In some cases, difficulty breathing
When to see a doctor? When digestive symptoms are persistent or are accompanied by difficulty breathing, an evaluation with appropriate tests is advisable.
Which specialist treats it? The general surgeon and the thoracic surgeon manage this condition, the gastroenterologist evaluates the digestive complaints, and the general practitioner performs the first evaluation. The advisable thing is to review the case with a health professional.
Data on 76 doctors who treat diaphragmatic hernia
Specialties that treat diaphragmatic hernia
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in diaphragmatic hernia
Dra. Arantxa Cabadas
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dra. Silvia Cuevas Ocampo
Dr. Judith Ne'eman Márquez Reyes
Dr. Velazquez Moises Gomez
Dra. Maria Isabel Aguilar Montes de Oca
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Frequently asked questions
What is diaphragmatic hernia?
A diaphragmatic hernia is the passage of part of the abdominal organs into the chest through an opening or weakness in the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the abdomen from the chest. It may be present from birth or develop over time.
Which doctor treats diaphragmatic hernia?
Diaphragmatic Hernia is usually treated by specialists in cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, general surgeon, endocrinologist, gastroenterologist, aesthetic physician, general practitioner, proctologist, thoracic surgeon, bariatric surgeon, oncologist, general surgeon.