Why Do You Get Hiccups?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
8. Sudden Temperature Change
We are able to adjust to different temperatures quite well, within reason. If we are hot, for example, then we will begin to perspire, which helps to keep the body relatively cool. If we go from one temperature to another quickly, however, then it can be a bit of a shock to the system.
Some people might get the hiccups when they experience a sudden change in temperature, such as when jumping into a cold pool. Some people might also develop the hiccups when eating cold food such as ice cream shortly after they have eaten hot food.
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