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My daughter is 5 years old and she has been getting hiccups on a regular basis specially if she is vey active they dont last long should i worried??

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Probably benign: If your daughter is otherwise well, this is a benign symptom, that usually resolves. Sometimes home remedies such as tasting salt or sugar may help.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 8/17/2020

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