Will Hiccups After Surgery Go Away?

Hiccups can also happen after surgery and during the recovery process from a procedure. See a healthcare provider if your hiccups last for a long period of time.

How long do hiccups after surgery last?

Three patients each developed persistent hiccups within 3 days of abdominal surgery, lasting for 3 to 6 days. The patients were diagnosed as having persistent hiccups based on the hiccup duration.

Is it normal to have hiccups after surgery?

Surgery. Some people develop hiccups after undergoing general anesthesia or after procedures that involve abdominal organs.