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Hiccups are a normal physiological phenomenon. The mechanism of hiccups is due to stimulation of the brain-diaphragmatic reflex arc or the phrenic-diaphragmatic nerve. A hiccup usually lasts an average of 5 to 10 minutes but can last for hours or even days, as noted in the Guinness Book of Records, Charles Osborne's 68-year hiccups (1894) -1991). The frequency of hiccups varies from person to person, on average from 2 to 60 times/minute.1. Causes of hiccups
There are many causes of hiccupsStomach is stretched: After eating, drinking carbonated drinks causes the stomach to expand rapidly, creating short hiccups, lasting no more than 48 hours. Change in temperature: A sudden change in temperature causes hiccups. The mechanism of heat-induced hiccups is still unclear. Stress: As with temperature changes, a link between stress and hiccups has not been found. Surgery: After surgery on the chest and abdomen. The vagus nerve and the phrenic nerve are stimulated, causing hiccups.
Trắc nghiệm: Bận rộn có ảnh hưởng đến sức khỏe của bạn không?
Cuộc sống hiện đại khiến chúng ta vì quá bận rộn mà quên chăm sóc sức khỏe cho chính mình. Ai cũng biết rằng lịch trình làm việc cả ngày có thể khiến bạn kiệt sức, nhưng cụ thể bận rộn ảnh hưởng thế nào tới sức khỏe? Hãy cùng làm thử bài trắc nghiệm dưới đây.
2. How to get rid of hiccups?
Because hiccups do not affect health, hiccups do not need treatment, but it brings an uncomfortable and uncomfortable feeling. There are many ways to cure hiccups using common, common items available at your home.Swallow a spoonful of sugar This is a folk trick that mothers make when their children have hiccups. The mechanism is that when the sugar particles stimulate the lining of the esophagus, causing the nerves to reset themselves, the diaphragm no longer constricts continuously and does not produce hiccups.
Suck on an ice If you have hiccups during the summer, you can take a small ice cube a day from the refrigerator to cure your hiccups. You keep it in your mouth or ask someone to suddenly rub ice on your face to make it easier to stop hiccups. If you feel too cold to be rubbed by ice, wrap it in a thin cloth and rub it on your face.
Drink water You take sips of water or use a straw to stop hiccups.
Deep breath You take a deep breath and hold your breath for as long as possible at least 10 seconds, then you exhale through your mouth gently, repeating several times until the hiccups stop. When you breathe deeply, the diaphragm tightens and prevents the muscle from contracting. This is an effective cure for hiccups.
Honey When drinking honey, honey will create impulses that are transmitted by the vagus nerve directly from the brain to the stomach without passing through the diaphragm, so that the diaphragm does not contract continuously.
Mật ong có thể làm ngưng các cơn nấc cụt
Close your hands When you cover your ears, you stimulate the branches of the vagus nerve to create a new reflex arc, thereby stopping the hiccups. How to do: You cover your ears for 5 minutes, rub your hands rhythmically, avoid pressing hard to cause ear pain.
Fear Although fear is the cause of hiccups, it is itself a way to stop hiccups. This method has been applied by many people and gives very good results.
Carotid artery compression Using two fingers to forcefully press the carotid artery on both sides, causing inhibition on the recurrent nerve, thereby reducing the stimulation of diaphragmatic contraction. Here are ways to help you answer the question “How to no hiccups?”. As a result, you have eliminated unwanted discomfort. If the hiccups last for more than 48 hours or recur, this is a symptom of the disease, you need to go to a specialized medical facility for appropriate treatment. Vinmec International General Hospital is one of them. the hospitals not only ensure professional quality with a team of leading medical doctors, a system of modern equipment and technology, but also stand out with comprehensive and professional medical examination, consultation and treatment services; civilized, polite, safe and sterile medical examination and treatment space. Please book an appointment on the website for the best service.
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