Complications of a hiatus hernia may include severe chest pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, or strangulated hernia. Image shows patient in distress from worsening symptoms.

Severe pain and hospitalisation can occur in advanced cases of hiatus hernia. This image shows a patient experiencing intense abdominal discomfort.
Complications of a hiatus hernia may include severe chest pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, or strangulated hernia. Image shows patient in distress from worsening symptoms.