A closer look
Sure, a sudden bout of hiccups is highly annoying, but if they persist past the 48-hour mark, your body is sounding a massive alarm. Known as 'intractable hiccups,' this agonizing condition can lead to severe exhaustion, sudden weight loss, and extreme sleep deprivation. More importantly, it is often a giant red flag for underlying horrors like nerve damage, brain tumors, or severe metabolic disorders. So put down the glass of water you are drinking upside down and go straight to a hospital.
