Crying is considered a normal part of human behavior and is a baby’s most effective form of communication. However, when crying is perceived to be in excess than what is expected, it...
Obtain a detailed history about the crying including the frequency, intensity, time of day, duration, the infant’s behavior around the crying episode, and whether there is a common tr...
It is important to keep in close touch with parents of an excessively fussy baby. Telephone contact every 2 to 3 days is essential until improve...
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Harb T, Matsuyama M, David M, et al. Infant colic—what works: a systematic revi...
789.7 Colic
780.92 Excessive crying of infant (baby)
R10.83 Colic
R68.11 Excessive crying of infant (baby)
35363006 Infantile colic (finding)
95629002 Excessive crying of newborn (find...
Q: What is colic?
A: Excessive crying in an infant for which no organic etiology is identified. Crying usually is for at least 3 hours a day, for 3 days a week, for a minimum of 3 weeks.
Q: Why do c...
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