causes of persistent hiccuping
The majority of persistent hiccups are caused by injury or irritation to either the vagus or phrenic nerve. The vagus and phrenic nerves control the movement of your diaphragm. These nerves may be affected by: irritation of your eardrum, which may be caused by a foreign object. throat irritation or soreness.
Chronic hiccup: Introduction. Chronic hiccup: Persistent hiccupping that occurs for 48 hours or more. It can be caused by conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux, liver disease, kidney disease and esophageal inflammation. Sometimes there is no discernable cause. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Chronic hiccup is available below.