MCQ IN MEDICINE

MEDICINE MCQ

RESPIRATORY MEDICINE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
spasm of the diaphragm
A
cough
B
sneeze
C
hiccup
D
yawn
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hiccups are repeated spasms or sudden movements of the diaphragm that you can’t control. The diaphragm is the muscle that separates your chest from your stomach area and plays an important role in breathing. A spasm in your diaphragm causes your vocal cords to suddenly close, producing a “hic” sound.

Detailed explanation-2: -Certain types of trauma can cause a diaphragmatic tear. This is a serious condition called diaphragmatic rupture, and a CT scan or thoracoscopy can diagnose it. Symptoms include: Abdominal pain, shortness of breath, chest or shoulder pain, cough, heart palpitations, nausea, vomiting.

Detailed explanation-3: -If you overexert your diaphragm during exercise, it may start to spasm. When the spasm is chronic, it might be due to exercise-induced bronchospasm, and you may also experience: chest pain and tightness. shortness of breath.

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