We took Ken to Denver for his neulasta shot yesterday. He slept all the way there, thank goodness. At least he can sleep without hiccuping. Poor guy. They have started again and the medicine doesn't seem to help. Dr. Myint gave him a different medicine to try this time. It is very strong and will make him sleepy. So he won't be able to work long days this week. He is miserable and frustrated. If he is troubled with them still today, we are going to try to take a combination of the drugs that he took last round and the drug they gave him this time. Then he will probably sleep all day. I think I need to contact my nephew, the pharmacist, to see what he can tell us. I hate to see Ken so medicated, but I know his chest hurts from the hiccups already and it's only day two. Last round he hiccuped thru day 5. At least he seems to be over his nausea.
The nurses said that caffeine and carbonated drinks will enhance the hiccups, so no coke and tea for Ken today. He only had 1 coke yesterday, but he is willing to try anything and I have made him decaf tea to take to work. Hope that helps.
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Unfortunately, I have no useful knowledge in regards to hiccups.
ReplyDeleteTry raising one hand as high as you can and then holding your breath. Do it several times and see if that helps
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