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The crying infant

Martin Herman1, Audrey Le

  • 1University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, College of Medicine, Memphis, TN 38103, USA. martinherman@comcast.net

Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America
|October 24, 2007
PubMed

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Excessive infant crying can be a diagnostic challenge for healthcare providers. This article outlines the differential diagnosis and management strategies for crying infants.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Neonatology
  • Infant Health

Background:

  • Infant crying is a common concern for parents and healthcare providers.
  • Persistent or excessive crying can indicate underlying medical conditions.
  • A systematic approach is necessary for accurate diagnosis and effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of the differential diagnosis for crying infants.
  • To outline evidence-based management strategies for addressing infant crying.
  • To assist healthcare providers in managing infants presenting with crying.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current medical literature on infant crying.
  • Analysis of common causes of infant crying.
  • Discussion of diagnostic workup and treatment protocols.

Main Results:

  • Identified key differential diagnoses for infant crying, including medical and non-medical causes.
  • Outlined diagnostic approaches based on infant history, physical examination, and investigations.
  • Summarized management options ranging from supportive care to specific medical interventions.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of crying infants requires a thorough diagnostic evaluation.
  • Addressing the underlying cause of crying is crucial for infant well-being.
  • Healthcare providers can utilize this information to improve care for crying infants.

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