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EM@3AM: Hiccups

A 73-year-old male with a history of hypertension presents to the ED with a 2-month history of hiccups. He reports difficulty eating and sleeping secondary to hiccups. He has tried multiple maneuvers from breath holding to biting lemons to drinking water upside-down. His vital signs and exam are normal, including neurologic exam. What is your diagnosis?

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EM@3AM: Retropharyngeal Abscess

A 3-year-old male is brought in by his mother for severe throat pain and lethargy. She notes that he is playing less, refusing to eat, and preferring to lie supine. Review of systems is remarkable for a recent small fall with his toothbrush in his mouth. Triage vital signs include BP 91/49, HR 141, ...