Colic, Intestinal Colic (Tormina)

Intestinal colic (lat. tormina) is a paroxysmal spasmodic pain in the abdomen caused by spasm of the smooth muscles of the hollow organs of the abdominal cavity.

Intestinal colic occurs when intestinal motor function is impaired. Attacks of pain are accompanied by rumbling, bloating, and nausea. Pain can radiate to various parts of the abdomen, lumbar region, and perineum.

Causes of intestinal colic:

1. Eating disorders (overeating, lack of fiber in the diet)

2. Stress, physical inactivity

3. Intestinal infections

4. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (gastritis, colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, etc.)

5. Side effects of drugs

To relieve an attack of intestinal colic, antispasmodics, heat on the stomach, and light massage are used. Prevention includes normalizing stool, diet, and avoiding stress. With frequent or prolonged attacks, treatment of the underlying disease causing impaired intestinal motility is required.

Currently, people are developing more and more problems related to the health of the gastrointestinal tract and digestive organs. This is due to the lifestyle of a modern person - poor nutrition, sedentary lifestyle, stress, illness. Therefore, knowledge about diets and ways to improve the functioning of the digestive system is increasingly in demand. One such remedy is coca kesha or coca. This is a very popular folk remedy for maintaining digestive health, which is a fairly effective method of treating colic in children.

Intestinal colic is a digestive disorder and problem. It occurs in 20% of all babies aged 1 month to 2 years. Abdominal pain is caused by gas accumulation or cramping in the intestines. The baby screams in pain, kicks his legs, and cries. Spasms can be caused by both milk and vegetable proteins, depending on the type of feeding the mother is feeding. The older the baby, the less pronounced the colic. If they go away on their own, you should not alleviate them or supplement your child with formula. This can create the preconditions for improper digestion and the development of food allergies. But if your baby cannot cope with colic during a strained cough, squeezing the front wall of the abdomen (for example, in a curled-up position) and light tingling (instead of massage) help. They have a calming effect on the intestines. But treating the baby with folk remedies in this case will only do harm. Even if you think he has no reason to worry. This procedure allows the baby to relax and return normal functioning of the intestines and gastrointestinal tract. A good way to stop an attack of colic is a warm hug from the mother, her kind words and stroking the back and head, or a light tummy massage that will help the baby get used to the sensations during colic. These activities calm the child and allow him to cope with his condition independently and without medication. Parents are prohibited from encouraging the child's attempts to switch his attention from chest colic to food. You cannot respond to his requests that may arise during the crying process. The child does not need to buy anything to take his mind off the unpleasant sensations. Even if the parents' reaction is positive for the first time. Believe me, he will think twice before demanding anything. Try to protect yourself from this disorder and promptly contact