Hiccups
Alternate Names : Diaphragmatic Spasms
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
A healthcare provider may ask someone with continued hiccups a number of questions. These might include:
How often does the person gets hiccups?
How long do the episodes last?
Has the person recently eaten hot or spicy foods?
Has the person recently had carbonated drinks?
Has the person been exposed to any fumes?
What has the person done to try to relieve the hiccups?
What has worked to relieve hiccups in the past?
Are there any other symptoms?
Does the person have any other medical conditions?
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