If your baby cries for three hours straight, three days a week for three weeks, she may have infant colic. This eMedTV article describes this condition in detail, with information on possible risk factors and tips on coping with a newborn who has it.
The digestive system, psychological factors, and social factors may all contribute to the causes of colic. This eMedTV Web segment further discusses these and other possible causes and explains how best to handle an infant with colic.
As this eMedTV page explains, a common symptom of colic is persistent crying for more than three hours a day more than three days a week. This article further discusses these signs and symptoms, including the difference between normal crying and colic.
This eMedTV page explains that how long your baby cries, his sleeping pattern, and what you feed your baby are some of the factors your doctor will consider before making a diagnosis of colic. Conditions that share similar symptoms are also listed.
Calming strategies and dietary changes are some of the possible ways to treat colic in your baby. This eMedTV page offers more tips on how to treat this condition in infants, including certain sensory stimulation and limiting outside noise and movement.
Before using natural remedies for colic treatment, make sure to do your research. This page of the eMedTV site discusses the potential risks of using herbal or other remedies to treat colic and what to look for when trying to find a reputable product.
Distractibility and adaptability are two personality traits that may contribute to a baby developing colic. This eMedTV resource further discusses the relationship between temperament and colic, explaining why some traits may play a role.
