The truth is, any one of these cures might work. Though we know what happens to the body during a bout of hiccups, tracking specific causes and cures remains a challenge for doctors. Some cases ...

Though most hiccups are harmless and fade away quickly, some can be painful or persistent. To figure out why, experts suggest paying attention to other symptoms that might accompany those odd ...

There are lots of myths about hiccups - from peculiar causes to stories about people who’ve had them for several years. But are there any truths to the myths? And what are hiccups a sign of?

Hiccups occur when the thin layer of muscle underneath your lungs, your diaphragm, suddenly and involuntarily contracts. As your diaphragm tightens, it causes you take a sharp breath. But this ...