Question 1

what is hiccups a risk factor for?

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Hiccups can lead to::   Mallory Weiss tear.

Question 2

what is the cause of hiccups?

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Diaphragm irritation: You can be reassured that they happen to almost everyone at some point,  the most common cause is thought to be diaphragmatic irritation.  Occasionally they can be very persistent and require medical treatment.

Question 3

what is the cause of hiccup and how to stop it?

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spasm: Involuntary spasm of diaphragm. No sure fire cute but lots of "wives tales." there are some medicines as well. A gastro or pulmonary doc may be able to help.

Question 4

been having hiccups for two days straight. dey go n come. wat can i do and what is da cause of hiccups?

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Singultus: A hiccup is a contraction of the diaphragm that is out of sync with the normal movement of this muscle that separates the thorax from the abdomen.  It is known as singultus in medicine  and is also known as synchronous diaphragmatic flutter.  Once it starts, the reflex causes a strong contraction of the diaphragm followed by closure of the vocal cords, thus giving a "hic" sound.

Question 5

i have been hiccuping non stop everyday for the past 2 years. its getting more frequent and even painful at times. i did an endoscopy and they said nothing was wrong. its annoying to me and anyone around me i just need answers.

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Mgt: An ultrasound of your diaphragms may reveal a possible cause of your symptoms.

Question 6

why do i hiccup once randomly multiple times a day every day? i also noticed my dad does the same thing.. not sure if its a hereditary thing or what?

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: Something is irritation diaphragm. Check this out,  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiccup

Question 7

what causes hiccups?

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Diaphragm : Irritation of the diaphragm causes hiccups. Usually due to swallowed air, but it can be a sign of a more serious problem and should be seen if it persists.

Question 8

hiccup for 3 weekes?

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Hiccups: Hiccups for three weeks are not good. You already gave one reason of  overeating. Cut down on your eating. Chew properly. No carbonated drinks,  alcohol, or spicy foods. You have to see your doctor to evaluate your diaphragm and nerve, and medication to stop them.

Question 9

what causes a hiccup?

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Hiccup: The most common triggers for short-term hiccups include:
eating too much
drinking carbonated beverages
drinking too much alcohol
sudden temperature changes
excitement or emotional stress.

Question 10

why do people hiccup?

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Spasm: A hiccup is a sudden involuntary contraction of the diaphragm. They can happen if the phrenic nerve (the one that innervates the diaphragm) is irritated, but most often we have no idea why hiccups occur.

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