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What could be a reason for non stop hiccups in a 80 years old man. it is going on for two days?
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Sudden hiccups: Although could be problem in upper GI tract or diaphragmatic irritation at base of lung, another area of possible problem would be area postrema at the base of brain. A good internist can sort these possibilities out.
Answered 1/6/2021
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