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Hiccups since morning

2017-09-21 12:37:50
My father has hiccups since moening continuously. I am not sure why. As far as i know hiccups are when there is breathing issue. Should i take him to a doctor?? Is this serious??please help.
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Yes... He needs consultation Lots of causes that cause hiccup, dyselectrolytaemia is one of them, common in elderly patients

Answered2017-09-21 13:28:33

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