What's causing your reflux?
Acid reflux is often caused by weakened musculature in the diaphragm, commonly known as a hiatal hernia.
If a hiatal hernia is the underlying cause, there is effective treatment.
A hiatal hernia can cause more than just reflux.
2 out of 10 otherwise healthy individuals experience one or more of the following symptoms associated with a hiatal hernia:
- Heartburn
- A feeling of a lump in the throat
- Constant throat clearing or hoarse voice
- Persistent dry, irritating cough
- Mis-swallowing
- Excess air in the stomach leading to burping
Take the first step by doing the test!
The test gives you a more or less strong indication of whether you have a hiatal hernia. It is not to be regarded as a diagnosis. Your test result can never replace a medical examination. It is important that you get yourself examined to rule out other serious illnesses with similar symptoms.
Indicate how severely you experience the following symptoms. Answer the question as you would feel if otherwise-fit. If you are ill at the moment you can ignore any symptoms that are likely to be caused by your current illness.
Your score is based on your responses to the 19 symptom questions (a to s).
Scoring System:
• Each symptom rated 1-4
• 1 (None) = 0 points
• 2 (Mild) = 1 point
• 3 (Moderate) = 2 points
• 4 (Severe) = 3 points
Maximum Score: 57 points (19 symptoms × 3 points each)
Scaled to: 0-100 for easier interpretation
Based on your score, here's what it might indicate about your condition.