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My son continuously cries non stop all day long is there something over-the-counter that can help me with this?

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Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

We need more info: How old is your child? Are we talking about colic here? Or is he older and there is something else going on? Ear infection, injury, some other illness?

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Find out why: How old is your son? Is this an infant, a toddler, what age group are we talking about? Also, what does non-stop mean? Infants with colic may cry for up to 3 hrs a day at least 3 days a week and that can be normal. If this seems abnormal to you I would suggest seeing the pediatrician to try to figure out potential causes of this non-stop crying before starting any OTC meds

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Crying: Your son may be cutting molars which is causing his pain. Have him chew on a frozen bagel half. Another cause may be constipation, in which case he needs more fiber in his diet. I would also cut down on the milk and milk products

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Dr. Sandra Lora Cremers answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Crying child: Depending on the age of the child, consider: speaking with your pediatrician about a daily routine; be sure child is getting enough sleep (at least 9 hrs); cut out sugars (juice, etc); decrease carbs significantly (try veggies with pesto/dip if no allergies; Kirkland seaweed nouri); consider going gluten free for a couple of weeks (see if works: very low risk); remove electronics, tv, etc for 3 wk

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