My hubby had hiccups for at least 24hrs srtaight....when his hiccups finally stopped he went to bed and started to chess pains and the hiccups started back again...Just worried because he has a drinking problem...
2006-10-09 16:41:09 · 9 answers · asked by Anastacia 2 in Health ➔ Men's Health
Alcoholism can cause low levels of electrolytes such as Magnesium and Potassium. Low levels of magnesium can be attributed to cases of hiccups, but is not always the single cause. In hiccups the diaphram is actually having spasm. To be certain what is causing the hiccups you should see a dr and have some basic blood tests done. I would not try to medicate him yourself without seeking the advice of a dr. Seeing the dr is also a good avenue to explore if you or your husband wants to seek help for the alcohol problem . Good Luck
2006-10-09 16:45:53 · answer #1 · answered by shazz rn 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Guinness World Record for the longest continuous bout of hiccups (1922–1990) goes to Charles Osborne (1894–1991) from Anthon, Iowa. The hiccups started in 1922 at a rate of 40 times per minute, slowing to 20 and eventually stopping in February 1990 – a total of 68 years.
2006-10-09 16:43:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Prolonged bouts of the hiccups should be addressed by a physician as they could be a sign of other problems. Hiccups are generally caused when the diaphragm muscles are out of synch with your breathing, but there are other medical conditions that can cause prolonged bouts.
2006-10-09 16:43:06 · answer #3 · answered by Blunt Honesty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put 2 fingers on top of both eye brow, index and the middle.
Press for awhile then let go, it stimulates the muscle in the throat...
I heard it on Untold Stories of the E.R. on TLC where a lady had hiccups for about 1 or 2 weeks... So they drugged her, put suger on her tongue, did everything until finally they did this and it stopped...
2006-10-09 16:52:15 · answer #4 · answered by Shadowfox 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my grandpa had hiccups and then chess apins and almost had a heart attack. i ono its weird, call a dr. be on the safe side
2006-10-09 16:48:40 · answer #5 · answered by harry rav 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drinking lots of water at one time or holding his breath until they stop will help. Dont know why though.
2006-10-09 16:43:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
medical professionals claim they do not know the cause or specific cure of
2006-10-09 16:42:45 · answer #7 · answered by Marsha 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cancer of the esophagus is one possibility.
2006-10-09 16:43:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
breathe deep, it works for me
2006-10-09 17:16:38 · answer #9 · answered by Henry W 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋