Colic

Question 1

Colic - symptoms (6)

Answer 1

Excessive crying and fussiness
Difficulty soothing the baby
Clenching of fists
Flushed cheeks
Bring their knees up to their tummy
Windy

Question 2

Colic - extra questions (5)

Answer 2

Do they have any sign of being in pain
Any other signs of allergies (rash)
Are they eating normally
Do they have a fever
Does their crying sound normal

Question 3

Colic - explanation of diagnosis

Answer 3

Common condition where the baby cries excessively however, there is no known cause, should get better around 3-4 months of age

Question 4

Colic - cause (4)

Answer 4

Not fully understood but may be due to imbalance of gut bacteria
Overtired
Over-feeding or under-feeding
Allergies

Question 5

Colic - first-line treatment

Answer 5

Begin with lifestyle ONLY
Infacol can be recommended after (antigas medication)

Question 6

Colic - lifestyle (7)

Answer 6

NHS information leaflet online
Hold the baby during crying episodes
Reduce environmental noises and lights
Gentle rocking and patting motion
White noise
Bathe in warm bath
Ensure thorough winding techniques after feeding

Question 7

Colic - when to refer (5)

Answer 7

If parent seems distressed
Infant is not eating properly
Suspected underlying cause (allergies or fever)
Infant is older than 5 months
Unusual crying characteristics