A paraesophageal hernia is the less common of the two types of hiatal hernia. It occurs when the upper part of the stomach pushes through an opening in the diaphragm and up into the chest. 1 Learn about this condition and its causes, symptoms, and treatment. What size is considered ...
Surgery: Removal of the spleen (splenectomy) may be necessary if you experience severe symptoms or if a tumor is causing an enlarged spleen.5 Prevention There is no surefire way to prevent splenomegaly because it's usually a sign of an underlying condition. Managing conditions associated with ...