Colic (Infantile)

What is Colic (infantile)❓ 

 Excessive, inconsolable crying which starts in the first weeks of life 😭

 Most often occurs in the late afternoon or evening 

 Exact underlying cause is unknown 

 No serious cause 

What are the symptoms of Colic (infantile)❓ 

 The child draws its knees up to its abdomen or arches its back when crying 😭

How do you diagnose Colic (infantile)❓ 

 Having classical symptoms 

 Thorough examination of the child to exclude other causes 

How do you treat Colic (infantile)❓ 

 Resolves on its own by 6 months of age 🤱

 Strategies to help soothe the child 

Why should I worry about Colic (infantile)❓ 

 Parental stress and sleep deprivation 💤

 Family tension and parent-infant attachment difficulties 

 Increased risk of child maltreatment