Do this one thing to stop chronic Singultus!!!!

Singultus!!!! 

The Medical Term for Hiccups which comes from the Latin word "Singulto" translates to "gasp" or "sob".

also spelled hiccough, are sudden, involuntary contractions (spasms) of the diaphragm muscle. When the muscle spasms the vocal cord snaps shut, producing Hiccup sound.

In layman terms, involuntary spasms of the diaphragm, usually short-lived and not sign of something serious.

Medical explanation is mostly over the head definition for most of us, but the annoyance caused by these Hiccups is so damn real.


The most common causes of Hiccups:

  • Eating too quickly and swallowing air along with food.
  • Eating (fatty or spicy food in particular) or Drinking too much (carbonated beverages or alcohol).
  • Diseases that irritate the nerves that control the diaphragm (such as liver diseases, pneumonia, or other lung disorders).
  • Abdominal surgery can also irritate the nerves that control diaphragm, in turn causing Hiccups.
  • Strokes or brain tumors involving the brain stem and some chronic medical disorders (such as renal failure) have also been reported to cause Hiccups.
  • Breathing noxious fumes.
  • Certain changes in temperature.
  • Fear or excitement.
  • Medication for acid reflux, most benzodiazepines including diazepam (valium), alprazolam (xanax) and lorazepam (ativan).


The solution lies in one of the most basic needs our body requires to survive. That is Breathing!!!
Breathe in slowly, hold and breathe out, the ratio of breathe-in:hold:breathe-out should be 1:2:2. For example breathe in for 5 seconds, hold for 10 seconds, breathe out for 10 seconds. Repeat this 10 times and you will be able to stop hiccups. 






Note: If you are suffering from any medical condition or you have breathing difficulties always consult your physician before trying out this solution. This solution is for information purpose only.

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