Drinking hiccups may be related to diaphragmatic spasm, gastric mucous membrane edema, reflux esophagitis, etc., according to the specific cause of the general treatment, physical therapy, drug therapy, etc..
1. Diaphragmatic spasm: hiccups caused by diaphragmatic spasm after drinking, can be used after inhalation and breath-holding method, i.e., inhale deeply and then hold your breath quickly and then exhale slowly, this method can be used repeatedly. Pay attention to hot compresses on the abdomen, drink warm water to relieve hiccups, can also be used to cover the palm of the hand in the navel, clockwise massage the abdomen for 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Gastric mucosal edema: alcohol will stimulate the gastric mucosa after drinking to cause acute edema, inflammatory changes and thus hiccups. At this time, you need to use gastric mucosa protection drugs such as omeprazole and gastric stimulants domperidone, cisapride, etc. to relieve the symptoms of hiccups after drinking.
3. Reflux esophagitis: gastric or duodenal contents reflux into the esophagus, irritating the esophagus and causing hiccups. The reflux can be aggravated after drinking. It is necessary to take acid-suppressing drugs such as omeprazole to inhibit the secretion of gastric acid. You can also take gastrointestinal stimulants such as domperidone to increase the pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter, improve esophageal peristalsis, and promote gastric emptying.
Usually try to drink as little alcohol as possible, and drink warm water or honey water after drinking to relieve stomach discomfort. Hiccups after drinking may also have other reasons, such as hot compresses, massage, etc. did not relieve the person, as well as frequent occurrence of symptoms, should promptly seek medical attention to identify the cause of treatment, the above drugs need to be used under the guidance of a doctor.