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Default I seem to have the hiccups

blake murphy wrote:

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> cecil's article says it has something to do with stimulation of the vagus
> or phrenic nerves.
>
> your pal,
> blake


phrenic. The phrenic nerve is the major nerve that innervates your
diaphragm and allows you to move the diaphragm allowing you to breath.
When the diaphragm is irritated (for many reasons) that can cause hiccups.