Patient's question:
These days, my boss said I'm not in good spirits, which has affected my work performance. Actually, I didn't mean to, either. I often can't sleep at night and sometimes feel anxious and uncomfortable. If it gets worse, I'm worried it will affect my health and work.What causes a baby to have hiccups, and how can it be relieved?
Doctor's answer:
Hiccups are a common symptom in infancy. Persistent hiccups are caused by spasms of the diaphragm, resulting from continuous contractions of the diaphragm. Diaphragmatic movement is controlled by the autonomic nervous system. After a child is born, within the first one or two months, the development of the autonomic nervous system that regulates the diaphragm is not yet fully mature. When a child is exposed to mild stimuli, such as inhaling cold air or drinking milk too quickly, the diaphragm may suddenly contract, causing rapid inhalation and producing a "hic" sound. When a baby hiccups, you can let them suck milk, drink cool water, or alleviate it through other stimuli, such as moderate light or sound.