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Hiccough
Definition 1
A diaphragmatic spasm causing a sudden inhalation which is interrupted by a spasmodic closure of the glottis, producing a noise. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
A disorder characterized by repeated gulp sounds that result from an involuntary opening and closing of the glottis. This is attributed to a spasm of the diaphragm. (NCI Thesaurus/CTCAE)
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