Hiccough (Q46971)
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Hiccough are repeated involuntary spasms of the diaphragm followed by sudden closure of the glottis, which checks the inflow of air and causes the characteristic sound. Transient episodes are very common. Persistent (> 2 days) and intractable (> 1 mo) Hiccough are uncommon but quite distressing.
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| default for all languages | MD11.6 |
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| English | Hiccough |
Hiccough are repeated involuntary spasms of the diaphragm followed by sudden closure of the glottis, which checks the inflow of air and causes the characteristic sound. Transient episodes are very common. Persistent (> 2 days) and intractable (> 1 mo) Hiccough are uncommon but quite distressing. |
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CID11:MD11.6
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dki-india-MD11.6
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13 August 2026
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