Hiccups Diagnosis
How will your doctor diagnose you with this condition? Learn about the tests, exams, processes, and other information relating to the diagnosis of Hiccups below.
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How to Diagnose Hiccups
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical exam. If you have the hiccups, they will be evident during the exam. If the doctor is concerned that the hiccups may be caused by some underlying illness, you may need tests. These tests might include:
- Blood tests
- Liver function tests
- Chest x-ray -a test that uses radiation to take a picture of structures inside the body
- CT scan of the head , chest, and/or abdomen -a type of x-ray that uses a computer to make pictures of the inside of the body
- Echocardiogram -a test that uses high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to examine the size, shape, and motion of the heart
- Bronchoscopy -a thin, lighted tube inserted into the bronchial tubes to examine the lungs and air passages
- Upper endoscopy -a thin, lighted tube inserted down the throat to examine the stomach and intestine
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