What's the Root Cause? by Dr Vikki Petersen

5 Signs Your Hiatal Hernia is Getting Worse

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Most people with a hiatal hernia are told to manage symptoms. But a hiatal hernia can get worse - and it doesn't have to be getting larger.  Functional worsening can happen even when your scan looks the same.

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In this video, I'm walking you through 5 specific signs that your sliding hiatal hernia is progressing functionally, not just flaring. If you recognize three or more of these, it's time to address the root cause.

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🔍 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
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→ Why symptoms moving to your throat or voice is a warning sign
→ What difficulty swallowing actually means at the tissue level
→ Why position-dependent symptoms signal functional instability
→ Why your medication working less is a structural signal, not a dosing problem
→ What it means when symptoms happen without eating at all

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👩‍⚕️ About Dr. Vikki Petersen:

Dr. Vikki Petersen is a Doctor of Chiropractic and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner with 40 years of clinical experience specializing in gut health, hiatal hernia syndrome, GERD, and the root causes of digestive symptoms. She is the founder of Root Cause Medical Clinic, offering telemedicine consultations nationwide.

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⚕️Medical Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or a qualified health provider with any questions about your health. Views expressed are based on Dr. Petersen's clinical experience and current scientific understanding as of the publication date. Individual results may vary.

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