What disease signals do hiccups transmit?


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There are many diseases that cause hiccups. Generally speaking, they are related to digestive system diseases, lung diseases, nervous system diseases, etc.
1. Digestive system diseases such
as gastroesophageal reflux, intestinal obstruction, stomach dilatation, etc. can lead to increased gastrointestinal pressure or food reflux, which can then stimulate the diaphragm, causing hiccups.
2. Lung diseases such
as pneumonia, pleurisy, lung cancer, etc., these diseases can stimulate the diaphragm, leading to diaphragm spasm, causing hiccups.
3. Nervous system diseases
encephalitis, brain tumor, stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, etc. can affect the function of the brain and nervous system, and can also cause hiccups.