A hiccup or hiccough (pronounced /?h?k?p/ hik-?p) is a contraction of the diaphragm that repeats several times per minute. In humans, the abrupt rush of air into the lungs causes the vocal cords to close, creating a "hic" sound.
In medicine it is known as synchronous diaphragmatic flutter (SDF), or singultus, from the Latin singult, "the act of catching one's breath while sobbing".[1] The hiccup is an involuntary action involving a reflex arc.[1]
A bout of hiccups, in general, resolves itself without intervention, although many home remedies claim to shorten the duration. Medical treatment is occasionally necessary in cases of chronic hiccups.
source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiccup Edit
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