How to Stop Hiccups
Hiccups result from involuntary spasms of the diaphragm. Many people get them after meals, and they can go on for hours if not brought to a halt. These tricks can bring a case of the hiccups to a welcome end. Success varies depending on the individual's response and the severity of the hiccups. Find the technique that works best for you and stick with it.
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- Paper bag
- Glass of water
- White granulated sugar
- Paper Bag
- Granulated Sugar
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Hold your breath for 30 seconds and then release it.
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Breathe into a paper bag five times in a row.
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Sip 10 consecutive gulps slowly from a glass of water without stopping to take a breath.
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Immerse your face in ice-cold water for 30 seconds.
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Swallow a teaspoon of dry white granulated sugar.
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If you began to hiccup after taking a medication, seek medical help. Also see a doctor if the hiccups don't stop after 24 hours (3 hours for young children) of if they are extremely painful.
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