Chronic hiccups are more serious than standard hiccups and usually require a doctor's attention. Learn more about the causes, treatments, and risk factors.

Because hiccups can seem innocuous, they remain mysterious and surprisingly understudied.

Chronic hiccups are known as intractable hiccups or intractable singultus and can last weeks, months, or even years. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

Former multi-sport superstar Bo Jackson revealed that he will undergo a procedure in an attempt to cure chronic hiccups.

While hiccups are usually harmless and don't last long in most people, some individuals can experience them chronically.

Hiccups result from air rushing into the lungs. Everyone gets them from time to time, but ongoing episodes may need investigation. Learn more about them here.

There are several ways to get rid of hiccups, such as drinking water and breathing techniques. Learn how to get rid of hiccups here.

For most of us, hiccups are annoying and don’t last that long. But for some people, they can be persistent, lasting more than two days.

While hiccups are usually harmless and don't last long in most people, some individuals can experience them chronically.

Chronic hiccups are known as intractable hiccups or intractable singultus and can last weeks, months, or even years. He says that some people are also more prone to experience hiccups than others.