Doctors' Answers to "Frequently Asked Questions" - Hiccups


These comments are made for the purpose of discussion and should NOT be used as recommendations for or against therapies or other treatments. An individual patient is always advised to consult their own physician.

Hiccups
Question: What causes hiccups?

Answer: Hiccups are caused by spasm of the diaphragm. The cause is not clear although different irritations of the diaphragm will clearly initiate hiccups.




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