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Getting Hiccup Like Sound From Throat. Having Frequent Contractions In Upper Abdomen. Cause?
Question: My son is getting hiccup like sound from his throat if laughed for the past 3-4 days. Having frequent (almost every minute) contractions in upper abdomen as if he is coughing for few weeks. These contractions settle in sleep. What could be the reason?
Brief Answer:
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query
I have gone through your query, it suggests that your son most probably suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease. It may be difficult to detect in infants and children.
Personally I advised the antacid to your son,
But to exclude the other disease and for clear cut diagnosis, your son may go for-
1. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD).
2. Barium swallow
3. Esophageal manometry
4. Ambulatory esophageal pH monitoring
If you have any doubt, I will be available for your query
Wish you good health
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query
I have gone through your query, it suggests that your son most probably suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease. It may be difficult to detect in infants and children.
Personally I advised the antacid to your son,
But to exclude the other disease and for clear cut diagnosis, your son may go for-
1. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD).
2. Barium swallow
3. Esophageal manometry
4. Ambulatory esophageal pH monitoring
If you have any doubt, I will be available for your query
Wish you good health
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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