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Colic

Noun: A condition, typically affecting infants, characterized by severe, often fluctuating pain in the abdomen caused by intestinal obstruction or inflammation.

Example Sentence: The baby's constant crying and clenched fists were clear signs of colic.

Noun: A severe, intermittent pain caused by contraction of smooth muscle in any hollow organ, especially in the colon.

Example Sentence: She experienced colic after consuming spicy food and had to take antacids to relieve the pain.

Adjective: Relating to or resembling colic.

Example Sentence: The colic episodes were becoming more frequent, causing distress to the patient.

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