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How Can Hiccups Be Treated?

Sir, my father age is 59. And he is suffering from regular hiccups. Hiccups comes regular after 2-3 minutes. He is suffering from hiccups since 3 months. He is also suffering from parkinsion since 10 years. And parkinsion is in conrolled. So,what can i do...???
Wed, 13 Dec 2017
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Hiccups are usually benign and it passes spontaneously. If this is lasting for more than 48 hrs and leading to cessation of breath should be investigated. Hope you do not have any sore throat, reflux esophagitis or ear infection. Get a blood test to rule out anyelectrolyte imbalance and to see that kidneys are alright. Get a chest x-ray to rule out anything irritating the nerves supplying the diaphragm. A MRI of brain may also be required sometime.
Chlorpromazine, metochlorpropamide and baclofen are useful in controlling the hiccups. Consult your physician for the prescription. Also, you can also try vinegar- a teaspoon or granulated sugar- a teaspoon.
Hope this helps and provides answers to your question. I wish you good health.
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How Can Hiccups Be Treated?

Thanks for posting your query on HealthcareMagic. Hiccups are usually benign and it passes spontaneously. If this is lasting for more than 48 hrs and leading to cessation of breath should be investigated. Hope you do not have any sore throat, reflux esophagitis or ear infection. Get a blood test to rule out anyelectrolyte imbalance and to see that kidneys are alright. Get a chest x-ray to rule out anything irritating the nerves supplying the diaphragm. A MRI of brain may also be required sometime. Chlorpromazine, metochlorpropamide and baclofen are useful in controlling the hiccups. Consult your physician for the prescription. Also, you can also try vinegar- a teaspoon or granulated sugar- a teaspoon. Hope this helps and provides answers to your question. I wish you good health.