Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Hiccups Post Epidural Steroid Shot Intake?
I had a epidural steroid injection at hospital 33 hours ago. I now have hiccups and cannot sleep or think because I hiccup every 7 seconds. I read hiccups are a possible side effect after such procedure. Benadryl is a med that may stop the hiccups? Thanks Ron
Wed, 18 Jul 2018
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Hiccups is quite common after general anesthesia and epidural shot. Nothing to worry and it will subside in couple of days. You can take Baclofen or Reglan which is quite effective in controlling hiccups. Breathing in to a plastic bag for few minutes can also help you.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Hiccups is quite common after general anesthesia and epidural shot. Nothing to worry and it will subside in couple of days. You can take Baclofen or Reglan which is quite effective in controlling hiccups. Breathing in to a plastic bag for few minutes can also help you.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....