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A member asked:
Where do hiccups come from?..how do i get rid of them?
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Hiccups: Sudden contraction of inspiratory muscle w sudden closure of glottis causing the hic sound. Try holding your breath, blowing out while pinching nose & mouth closed, breath on a bag, pull tongue, sip ice water, sudden fright, pull thighs against chest. Avoid sodas , carbonated drinks & alcohol. Most are bening and go away.
Answered 10/4/2016
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