A Patient Is 67 Years Old and Has Had a Hiatal

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Essay

A patient is 67 years old and has had a hiatal hernia for three years.In the last year,she has complained of worsening heartburn,especially at night.What are the characteristic symptoms of a hiatal hernia and which of these symptoms did the patient have?

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