FAQ

How often does Rachel get the hiccups?

2 to 4 times a year.

Does Rachel like getting the hiccups?

She does not mind getting the hiccups at all and it doesn't bother her

What are the triggers for Rachel's hiccups?

Mostly when going out drinking alcohol on nights out, but shes had the hiccups twice in the morning from breakfast and once after getting out of the shower.

How long do Rachel's hiccups last for?

They last anywhere from 5 minutes to an hour

Does it bother Rachel when she gets the hiccups?

No - When she gets the hiccups she just carries on with what shes doing, even if shes out in public, it doesnt bother her and she does try to get rid of them.

Can Rachel induce hiccups?

No - we have tried this a number of times, Rachel cannot make yourself burp, so we have tried a number of drinks that make her burp which that happens but no hiccups from it, we have also tried drinking a full bottle of wine as shes had the hiccups once from that but this has not happened again.

Does Rachel try to get rid of the hiccups when shes got them?

Only once when she had them for a long time, tried to hold her breath but this did not stop the hiccups

Which hiccups does Rachel like best, loud or quiet?

Quiet ones in public and loud ones when at home

Can Rachel fake her hiccups?

Yes - she can do this very well

What part of her body is the best to watch/feel when Rachel has the hiccups?

Her hiccups come from in-between her breasts, so putting my hand under both breasts is the best place to feel them, but also watching and feeling her belly button and neck.
Also watching her when doing fake hiccups from the back or side as you can see her belly move.

How far apart are Rachel's hiccups when she had them?

they are often around 5 to 10 seconds apart