Patient's question:
I am 34 years old. Recently, for some reason, I have been feeling nauseous and wanting to vomit, with a persistent dull pain in my stomach. Sometimes, I also experience symptoms like heartburn and acid reflux. I went to the hospital, and it was treated for a while, but it started again. How can stubborn hiccup be treated?Doctor's answer:
Recently, a sore throat of unclear cause has reappeared frequently, and a thorough medical examination diagnosed it as persistent hiccuping. This condition is generally caused by diaphragmatic spasm. Treatment options include: oral medications such as gastric motility drugs or dopamine receptor antagonists, or antiemetic injections for anesthetic treatment. Acupuncture therapy at specific points may be necessary, but this requires additional treatment by an internal medicine specialist. In daily life, it is recommended to avoid spicy and irritating foods, consume more fruits and vegetables, exercise regularly, and get adequate rest.