Hiccups, though quite common, are rather mysterious to scientists. They can be caused by anything from stress to changes in temperature to smoking cigarettes. Humans aren't the only ones to get ...

Dear Doctor K: I regularly get hiccups. Sometimes they last a long time. Is this cause for concern? Dear Reader: As annoying as hiccups may be, they rarely signal a serious underlying problem. Hiccups ...

Hiccups, scientifically known as singultus, are involuntary diaphragm contractions often triggered by eating or drinking. While usually brief, persistent hiccups lasting over 48 hours can signal ...

A: Hiccups — sometimes called hiccoughs — are not dangerous themselves, and are rarely a sign of a health problem. However, if hiccups persist for more than 48 hours, you should see a doctor. Hiccups ...