10 CAUSES THAT MAY CAUSE HICCUPS - SYMPTOMS
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What causes the hiccup



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Hiccup is an involuntary contraction of the diaphragm and other muscles of the thorax, followed by closure of the glottis and vibration of the vocal chords, which is why it produces a characteristic noise. This spasm is triggered by irritation of some nerve, such as the vagus nerve or phrenic nerve, or part of the brain that controls respiratory muscles, which can happen for several reasons, such as: Dilation of the stomach from excessive food or fizzy drinks; Consumption of alcoholic beverages; Gastrointestinal disorders such as gastroesophageal reflux, Changes in blood electrolytes, such as l