A hiatal hernia is a common medical condition where a portion of the upper stomach pushes through a hiatus, or opening, in the diaphragm muscle and into the chest. While it’s most common in older ...

Have you recently noticed a bulge in your abdomen that hurts and isn’t due to a particularly large dinner? There may be many causes for your pain, but one that’s likely worth investigating is whether ...

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...