What is Hiccups, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & More
What is Hiccups Hiccups are sudden, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm—the muscle beneath our lungs that aids in breathing. These contractions cause the vocal cords to close briefly, resulting in the characteristic “hic” sound. Hiccups are a common and usually harmless phenomenon that can occur spontaneously or be triggered by various factors. Eating or drinking too quickly, swallowing air, consuming carbonated drinks,...