Dear Linda and Vocalisters:
Sorry to hear of your condition but pleased that you better know what has caused your symptoms and that you are now doing something about it (losing weight). I know singers who have a hatial (hiatus) hernia condition and have not only been able to continue singing successfully but maintained a performance career.
Many vocalisters may not be familiar with the condition you describe. I have included two sites which might help others find information.
A simple explanation of hiatus hernia can be found at: http://www.nevdgp.org.au/ginf2/murtagh/general/hiatushernia.htm
A more detailed and excellent description and treatment URL is on the Mayo Clinic site. Do a search for Hiatal hernia on this site. http://www.mayoclinic.com/home?id=10.1 -- Lloyd W. Hanson, DMA Professor of Voice and Vocal Pedagogy, Emeritus Director of Opera-Theatre, 1987-1997 College of Fine Arts (formerly, School of Performing Arts) Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ
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