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colic

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1. colic - Noun

2. colic - Adjective

Meaning

A severe paroxysmal pain in the abdomen, due to spasm, obstruction, or distention of some one of the hollow viscera.

Of or pertaining to colic; affecting the bowels.

Of or pertaining to the colon; as, the colic arteries.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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He had been taken ill with biliary colic during the Warsaw Pact summit and flown home to East Berlin. Source: Internet

As a mother of two young children and also trained as a breast-feeding counselor, Naava advises pregnant women on prenatal nutrition and herbs that can help myriad childhood ailments from colic to teething. Source: Internet

Having had twins with colic I was able to comprehend, though not sympathise, lol. Source: Internet

In India this brew, which is a popular children's colic remedy, is bottled and called 'gripe water'. Source: Internet

This video series highlights issues equine veterinarians regularly address in their work, including lameness exams, vaccinations, colic, lacerations, wounds and dental care. Source: Internet

Here are possible reasons for colic and what to do to calm your baby. Source: Internet

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