Hiccups

Synonym Singultus Introduction Hiccups is a mostly harmless disease that affects many people. It often occurs suddenly and usually disappears on its own after a while. Therefore, it usually does not require a visit to the doctor. Only long-lasting hiccups that do not disappear on their own should be clarified by a doctor. Breathing works … Causes of hiccups

Caused by alcohol Alcohol is also a possible cause of hiccups. High-proof alcohol is often mixed with carbonated drinks such as cola or sprite and drunk together. The high level of carbonic acid causes the stomach to become over-inflated, which leads to irritation of the diaphragm and the associated phrenic nerve. As a consequence hiccups … Caused by alcohol | Causes of hiccups

Causes of hiccups in babies Especially babies often tend to have hiccups. Even before the baby is born, hiccups occur in the mother’s stomach. It is assumed that the cause is something natural. The hiccups then represent a kind of “training for the lungs” because the baby cannot yet use the lungs properly in the … Causes of hiccups in babies | Causes of hiccups

Causes in pregnancy Hiccups can also occur during pregnancy. This can affect both the unborn baby and the expectant mother. In the womb, the baby drinks amniotic fluid daily. This can lead to the occurrence of hiccups. Another theory is that hiccups in the mother’s abdomen during pregnancy are a kind of lung training because … Causes in pregnancy | Causes of hiccups