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What are the symptoms of gastric diaphragmatic spasm?

Oct 12, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Xuemei
Introduction
Gastric diaphragmatic spasm in clinical practice usually refers to hiccups. Symptoms of hiccups generally include belching, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, upper abdominal fullness, frequent and persistent throat sounds, etc. If the above symptoms persist without improvement or gradually worsen, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention and follow the doctor's instructions for treatment. In daily life, one should develop regular eating habits and reduce gastric irritation.

　　Gastric diaphragmatic spasm in clinical practice usually refers to hiccups, a phenomenon characterized by frequent, abrupt, and short sounds produced in the pharynx due to upward movement of gas from the stomach. Symptoms of hiccups generally include belching, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, upper abdominal fullness, and persistent, frequent sounds in the throat.

　　1. Belching

　　During gastric diaphragmatic spasm, the vocal cords often close during inhalation, stimulating nerves in the diaphragm area and causing abnormal contractions or spasms of the gastric diaphragm, leading to symptoms such as hiccups or belching.

　　2. Abdominal Pain

　　When the gastric diaphragm experiences spasms, it may also cause pain in the upper abdomen.

　　3. Nausea and Vomiting

　　Gastric diaphragmatic spasm can lead to frequent hiccups. After eating, food may not be rapidly absorbed or digested by the body, which can result in indigestion and subsequently cause nausea and vomiting.

　　4. Upper Abdominal Fullness

　　Hiccups often involve swallowing air or cause food to incompletely pass from the esophagus into the stomach, leaving residue in the esophagus. This may lead to gastric distension and a sensation of fullness in the upper abdomen.

　　5. Frequent and Persistent Throat Sounds

　　During hiccups, vibrations of the vocal cords produce rapid, repeated sounds that create noticeable noise in the throat and airway, resulting in frequent and continuous sounds in the pharyngeal region.

　　If the above symptoms persist without improvement or gradually worsen, it is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital. Follow medical advice to take medications such as racemic anisodamine tablets or belladonna tablets. In daily life, maintain regular eating habits, avoid overeating, consume a light diet, and refrain from spicy or irritating foods to reduce gastric irritation.


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