Patient's question:
My child is 5 years old and has been hiccuping recently, occasionally making a sound. At first, I thought it was because they ate too much, so I didn't pay much attention. Later, I realized it wasn't due to overeating but rather an injury to the trachea. This situation has lasted for two weeks now. What can they eat to treat it?Doctor's answer:
Hello, common causes of hiccups in children include overeating, eating too quickly, inhaling cold air, food irritating the throat, or diaphragmatic spasm due to indigestion. If a child has persistent hiccups, it is recommended to take them to the hospital for a thorough examination. If there is any injury to the trachea, a bronchoscopy may be necessary. Alternatively, the child can take a deep breath and hold it, or use traditional Chinese medicine for stomach and stomach-lowering treatment to observe and treat the condition.