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Hiccups are repeated sudden movements of the Diaphragm that you can't control. The diaphragm is the muscle that separates your chest from your stomach area and plays an important role in breathing. A sudden movement in your diaphragm causes your vocal cords to suddenly close, producing a "hic" sound. Eating a large meal, drinking alcoholic or carbonated beverages, or getting excited suddenly may cause hiccups. For most people, hiccups usually last only a few minutes. Rarely, hiccups may continue