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In Stroke Patients, what causes hiccups?

My grandma suffered a mild stroke 6 days ago. She returned home 3 ago. Now she's been hiccuping constantly throughout the day. So if anyone had input, I will appreciate it. Thanks.

People who have had a CVA (cerebrovascular accident) or stroke are prone to hiccups http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/stroke-... However, until now I never wondered why.

I researched and found articles that simply say a stroke can affect the "hiccup center" of the brain.

One source says "the medulla oblongata, an area of the lower brain, is involved in regulating breathing and other basic functions. Some researchers have suggested that this region contains a "hiccup" center entirely separate from any control of breathing."

Another source says "the existence of a "hiccup center" in the brain has been debated but never proved."

Another source mentions "a hypothetical hiccup generator in the brain".

I have also read that hiccups can be a sign of brain tumor.

You may want to do some independent research on "hiccup center" or "hiccup center brain" more more reading.

Obviously your grandma's hiccuping is linked to her stroke. If her hiccuping is disturbing her, or you, you may wish to speak to her physician regarding how to address the hiccups.

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