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  • Pediatrics
  • Neonatology
  • Child Development

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  • Excessive crying, commonly termed infantile colic, is a frequent issue in early infancy.
  • It impacts family dynamics and is linked to later behavioral problems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review literature on infantile colic, covering its effects, pathophysiology, and treatments.
  • To highlight the need for effective management and parental support.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review across major databases (Medline, PsycINFO, etc.).
  • Inclusion of recent publications (last five years), technical books, and reports.
  • Focused search using terms "excessive crying" and "infantile colic".

Main Results:

  • Affects 14-30% of infants under 3 months, leading to 20% of pediatric visits.
  • Associated with later adaptive, behavioral issues, maternal mental health concerns.
  • Potential causes include circadian rhythm, CNS immaturity, and gut microbiota alterations.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatrician support is crucial for managing infantile colic and parental stress.
  • Medications with questionable efficacy and side effects are not recommended.
  • Evidence for dietary, probiotic, and alternative therapies remains inconclusive.