HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINE FOR HICCUPS

INTRODUCTION

Hiccups occur when the diaphragm and the muscle separating the chest from the abdomen rapidly contract. When it occurs, the air is inhaled, and the voice box subsequently closes, producing the “hic” sound. Hiccups come in several varieties according to how long they stay. An episode of “regular” hiccups can linger for up to 48 hours.

The diaphragm, which separates the chest from the abdomen and is a key muscle in breathing, contracts uncontrollably during hiccups. Following each contraction, the voice chords suddenly close, creating the recognizable “hic” sound. A symptom is hiccuping. Sometimes, a small tightening sensation in the chest, belly, or throat may go along with it.

REASONS FOR HICCUP

The primary causes of hiccups that last less than 48 hours are as follows

• drinking carbonated beverages
• consuming alcohol in excess
• eating too much as a result of stress or enthusiasm
• abrupt temperature changes
• consuming sweets or chewing gum while breathing in the air. The causes of hiccups that last for more than 48 hours can be categorized into the following groups
• strained or aggravated nerves.( Long-lasting hiccups can be caused by injury to or irritation of the phrenic or vagus nerves, which supply the diaphragm muscle. These nerves can be damaged or irritated by the following things )
• A hair or other thing in our ear touching our eardrum
• Having a goiter, cyst, or tumour in our neck
• stomach acid reflux
• throat infection or laryngitis
• abnormalities of the central nervous system.( Our bodies' typical regulation of the hiccup reflex can be interfered with by a tumor, illness, or injury to the central nervous system as a result of trauma. Eg. Long-lasting hiccups may result from )
• Meningitis
• Stroke
• trauma
• Tumors
• Drugs and metabolic diseases.
• Alcoholism
• Barbiturates
• Diabetes
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Anesthesia

RISK ELEMENTS

Men get long-lasting hiccups much more frequently than women do. Other elements that could raise our likelihood of experiencing hiccups include: emotional or mental problems occurrences of short-term and long-term hiccups have been linked to anxiety, tension, and enthusiasm. Surgery: Following general anaesthesia or surgeries involving the abdominal organs, some patients experience hiccups.

HICCUP COMPLICATIONS

Long-lasting hiccups could be disruptive to: Speech Eating Sleepingwound recovery following surgery

HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINE FOR HICCUPS

NUX VOMICA

Excellent homoeopathic medicine for hiccups brought on by overeating or drinking hot or cold beverages. helpful for indigestion-related hiccups.given when a patient complains of weight gain and stomach ache. Vomiting and nausea are present, with the former being worse the morning after eating. Also prescribed for cases of hiccups-related vomiting and diarrhoea.

IGNATIA AMARA

Helpful for hiccups brought on by shock, disappointment, and silent anguish.Excellent treatment for smoking-related hiccups. helpful for hiccups that come on after eating or drinking and belching empty or bitterly. helpful for hiccups that are accompanied by an empty stomach.

RATANHIA

A successful treatment for hiccups. After eating, there is a severe hiccup that usually follows, especially if he has gone a long period without eating. helpful for hiccups that induce stomach aches. Following supper, there is a protracted glitch. Additionally helpful for hiccups brought on by a bloated or swollen stomach or abdomen

AMMONIUM MURIATICUM

Useful for hiccups with stitching pain that radiates to the right scapula and upper arm is ammonium Muriaticum. After a substantial meal, there is an empty, gnawing feeling in the stomach.

HYOSCYAMUS NIGER

Helpful for hiccups that develop after abdominal surgery.Very helpful for hiccups brought on by a brain concussion. est for nursing babies' hiccups.

RANUNCULUS BULBOSUS

The best remedy for hiccups after alcoholic beverages is Ranunculus bulbosa Severe hiccups, convulsions, and frequent eructations are present.

CYCLAMEN

Best for nausea or vomiting together with hiccups during pregnancy. Additionally helpful for post-meal hiccups. The mouth has a salty taste, and eructations resemble hiccups.

NOTE

It is always advisable to speak with a medical practitioner and make sure the medication is right for you before using it.