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What Causes Constant Hiccups After An Umbilical Hernia Operation?

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Posted on Mon, 13 Apr 2015
Question: Hello Doctor,

My husband has had his umbilical hernia operated on yesterday (via incision and with mesh) - he has been hiccuping all day today, is that normal?

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Answered by Dr. Divakara (18 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
It's normal.

Detailed Answer:
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Greetings from Dr.Divakara.P

Yes it is common for hiccups following Umbilical hernia surgery as hiccups occur due to irritation of diaphragm or intestines .

During umbilical hernia the intestines will be handled and hence there occurs hiccups which can last for a day or two .

Don't worry , it will go off. If it persists ask your doctor for a prescription of Levosulpride and use it .

Hope this information was useful to you.
Any clarifications feel free to ask .

Regards.
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What Causes Constant Hiccups After An Umbilical Hernia Operation?

Brief Answer: It's normal. Detailed Answer: HI Greetings from Dr.Divakara.P Yes it is common for hiccups following Umbilical hernia surgery as hiccups occur due to irritation of diaphragm or intestines . During umbilical hernia the intestines will be handled and hence there occurs hiccups which can last for a day or two . Don't worry , it will go off. If it persists ask your doctor for a prescription of Levosulpride and use it . Hope this information was useful to you. Any clarifications feel free to ask . Regards.