I've been dealing with acid reflux for 7 years and just found out I have a hiatal hernia after an endoscopy. Are there any non-surgical options to treat it? I'm really hoping to avoid surgery if possible.

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Yes, there are several non-surgical options to manage a hiatal hernia and its associated symptoms, like acid reflux. These include lifestyle changes, medication, and procedures like TIF, hiatal hernias don't go away by themselves, but symptoms can be minimized with self-care.

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