July 5, 2009

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Colic (cont.)

Colic Symptoms

Crying usually begins suddenly. The baby also may do one of the following:

  • Arch its back

  • Extend its legs

  • Clench its fists

  • Redden its face

  • Belch or spit up excessively after feeding, which may relieve symptoms

  • Pass gas

  • Have difficulty passing stools



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Colic is commonly described as a behavioral syndrome characterized by excessive, paroxysmal crying. Colic is most likely to occur in the evenings, and it occurs without any identifiable cause.

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