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Infant Colic

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Abdominal pain in infants, crying spells, gas, digestive discomfort

📚 Educational Reference: This page summarizes commonly referenced homeopathic considerations for infant colic. It does not constitute medical advice. Individual case-taking is essential for proper homeopathic treatment.

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Overview

Colic is frequently addressed in pediatric homeopathy. The specific pattern of crying, what position helps, and associated symptoms guide remedy selection.

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Key Symptoms Often Considered

  • Inconsolable crying
  • Drawing up legs to abdomen
  • Passing gas
  • Crying at specific times
  • Arching back
  • Distended abdomen
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Common Modalities

Generally Worse

  • After feeding
  • Evening
  • Anger

Generally Better

  • Warmth
  • Pressure
  • Being carried
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Remedy Considerations (Educational)

These remedies are commonly referenced in homeopathic literature for conditions with similar symptom patterns. Proper remedy selection requires complete case-taking.

ColocynthisCommonly Used

Better hard pressure on abdomen, better bending double, after anger

Better warmth, better pressure, better bending double, cramping

ChamomillaFrequently Indicated

Extreme irritability, better being carried, one cheek red, after anger

DioscoreaOften Considered

Better bending backwards (opposite of Coloc), better stretching out

Nux VomicaOften Considered

After overfeeding, constipated, irritable, wants to pass stool

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Related Conditions

TeethingDigestive Issues

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⚠️ Educational Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only. Homeopathic remedy selection requires individualized case-taking by a qualified practitioner. Self-treatment is only appropriate for minor, acute conditions. For chronic or serious conditions, professional consultation is essential. This page does not constitute medical advice or diagnosis.