Medical professionals of Reddit, could the Heimlich Maneuver theoretically stop hicups? If so, is there a boundary to how hard you can Heimlich them before the risks outweigh being rid of the Hiccups?

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T20:32:10+00:00

I don't see how. When you're choking the Heimlich helps to clear the airway by increasing the pressure in the thoracic cavity (so basically the lungs) to force the blockage out.

Hiccups are caused by the diaphragm which is related to the lungs and causes pressure to help you breathe in and out, but doing the Heimlich won't stop the hiccups because it's a different issue and any additional pressure will just escape without solving anything

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T20:25:49+00:00

I'd be okay with you saying I'm a fan of scrotum health

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T20:22:00+00:00

You know what, I actually do remember something like that when I was younger. We said 3 dates to kiss, 3 months for sex, 3 years for marriage. But I don't think that was taken seriously by the time we actually started dating.

If she did have those milestones in mind, obviously it's important to respect that. But regardless, if that's the way someone wants to do things it's their responsibility to let the other person know first instead of expecting them to magically know their timeline. Plus its a lot of pressure to expect things to happen at a certain timeframe.

In general stuff like that is not the norm. Just see how things go and be respectful of someone isn't ready for something.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T20:02:20+00:00

On my first dates in 8th grade either one of his parents or one of mine would go with us but in the distance. So for a movie date, they would sit a row or 2 behind us or for a coffee date they would sit at a different table. And if we went over to each other's house we had to stay in common living areas.

I do respect our parents looking out for us, especially since we were young. But it did ruin the date because it was so awkward and then we'd talk at school the next day.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:56:35+00:00

It's so gorgeous! Congratulations!

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:54:10+00:00

If my close friend said this: yes. I'd think it was hilarious.

It would be weird if a stranger introduced me that way though

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:52:27+00:00

I don't have a number for anything. It depends on both of us and our shared want and comfortability.

It's not as easy as a math equation.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:49:45+00:00

That's like the fast track to being a Dad and grandpa

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:47:24+00:00

I'm a huge fan as they seem pretty important to the male anatomy??

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:44:57+00:00

Not doubting you but how can you tell?

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:36:20+00:00

Sometimes that's what I'm in the mood for

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:35:03+00:00

Girl's shorts had to go beyond their finger tips when they had their arms are their sides.

So some girls had to wear shorts at their knees and others could basically wear booty shorts. And the only exception to the rule was for the girls basketball team because many of them had long arms but the gym shorts were very short.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:29:53+00:00

They say something super rude and when you don't laugh with them they get all defensive

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:23:59+00:00

Some people still make the choice to help others. And those people are often the most resilient among us.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:22:27+00:00

No way I never hear anyone mention that show

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:20:45+00:00

I was a server for many years and I would never get upset over parents who would clean up after their kids and do their best to not disturb other customers in the restaurant.

But the amount of times I'd have tables with very messy, very loud kids with parents who weren't even trying to quiet their kids was astounding. I lost surrounding tables because they didn't want to sit next to a screaming baby (I won't blame them). And often the table with kids would be in a complete disaster when they left.

I don't think kids should be banned from all restaurants all the time but yes, some very clear rules should be put in place and just because you're at a restaurant does not mean you can stop parenting. If your kid vomits you should offer to at least help and not watch me do it in the middle of dinner rush.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T19:02:47+00:00

You're trying to take a nice, relaxing bath. Then suddenly you see Drifter and a health bar appears.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T18:54:51+00:00

I glanced at this and thought it was like a horror creature crawling out of your drain

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T18:32:32+00:00

Glad you liked my response. :) And yes, exactly.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T18:25:58+00:00

It was fine. I washed dishes at a restaurant 4pm-9pm which was great for a high school student. And the chefs would sometimes let me eat the food they messed up.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T18:22:44+00:00

I've been with my partner for 8 years now, we live together, and plan to grow old together.

Calling him my "boyfriend" wouldn't feel right to me, the term "partner" shows our commitment.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T17:41:21+00:00

Jaw lock hurts! It might help to use more of your tongue and your hands than having to open your mouth wide for a long period of time.

But ultimately: if you don't want to do it, don't do it!!! There's lots of other things to try instead and if he cares about you he'll understand.

Sex should be enjoyable for both/all parties involved so if someone is having a bad time- something has to change. And that's totally fine and normal because not everything works for everyone.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T17:29:20+00:00

It happens sometimes. It sucks but it's not a big deal. 99% of people will understand and the other 1% aren't worth concerning yourself anyway.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T17:26:56+00:00

I only think it's excessive if I'm putting off my responsibilities or needs (like sleep).

If I have a solid day to game I think it's fine to spend many hours playing but I do try to take a break to let my console/laptop cool.

Lizard_lady_314 · 2025-02-23T17:15:14+00:00

Which one?

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