Overview Hiccup (singultus), in medicine refers to an automatic (“reflex”) contraction of the diaphragm, i.e. the most important respiratory muscle, resulting in a strong, short inhalation. This process is repeated periodically at short intervals. The inhalation noise, which occurs against tense and thus closed vocal cords, causes the “hiccup”, i.e. the characteristic hiccup sound. What … Baby hiccups
Associated symptoms Usually, hiccups occur in babies without any other symptoms. A cramp-like contraction of the baby’s abdominal and chest muscles in the rhythm of the hiccups is quite normal. If the hiccups are accompanied by a strong sputum of mucus or fluid (anything beyond the baby’s normal vomiting) should be noted. If the mucus … Associated symptoms | Baby hiccups
Duration of hiccups It is impossible to predict the exact duration of a hiccup in a baby. Most often, hiccups in babies last from a few minutes to half an hour. Even a longer lasting hiccup should not cause concern. If the hiccups last all day, or if they seem to bother the baby, attempts … Duration of hiccups | Baby hiccups
