Everyone gets those hiccups

HAVE you ever wondered why you get hiccups? Hiccups seem to attack everyone, sooner or later. Usually, it's just a slight irritation or even something unknown that brings them on.

Doctors aren't always sure why we get hiccups. There are rare occasions when the diaphragm or nerves that are connected to the diaphragm can become irritated.

Also, some diseases such as pleurisy, pneumonia or hepatitis can cause you to get hiccups.