2024, Vol. 4, Issue 2, Part A
Hiccups (Singultus) a perspective analysis schematic overview and its prevention and treatment
Author(s): Yash Srivastav, Nutan Shrivastava, Km. Anjali and Aditya Srivastav
Abstract: Involuntary synchronous contractions of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles that result in abrupt inspiration are known as Hiccups (singultus). The Latin word "singult," which means "to catch one's breath while sobbing," is the source of the medical name singultus. The diaphragm and intercostal muscles suddenly and involuntarily contract, causing hiccups. This produces a distinctive sound and causes the glottis to close virtually simultaneously. Hiccups can be categorized as transient, persistent, or recurrent based on how long they stay. Transient hiccups are short-lived episodes lasting seconds or minutes, whereas persistent bouts last more than 48 hours and are frequently repeated. While attempting to weigh a hog before butchering it in 1922, Charles Osborne (1894-1991) of Anthon, Iowa, in the United States, began suffering from seizures. He searched for a remedy but was unable to stop, thus he hiccuped for 68 years, till February 1990. Self-care: While there is currently no known cure for hiccups, it may be beneficial to try holding your breath, breathing into a paper bag, drinking cold water, or gargling with ice water. Medical attention: Consult a physician if your hiccups last longer than two days. Have trouble eating, sleeping, or breathing. In this article, we assess the current state, possible therapies, and underlying causes of hiccups.
DOI: 10.22271/27889246.2024.v4.i2a.90Pages: 01-06 | Views: 96 | Downloads: 46Download Full Article: Click Here
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Yash Srivastav, Nutan Shrivastava, Km. Anjali, Aditya Srivastav.
Hiccups (Singultus) a perspective analysis schematic overview and its prevention and treatment. Int J Pharm Sci Drug Anal 2024;4(2):01-06. DOI:
10.22271/27889246.2024.v4.i2a.90