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Sudden attacks of crying

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Sudden attacks of crying is a symptom meaning a baby suddenly starts crying loudly, usually without much apparent reason. After a few minutes, the baby stops crying, also usually without an obvious reason.

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35 year experience in Pediatrics

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

Body locations

Mouth, Head

Is Symptom of

Twisted bowel (volvulus)
Condition
Intussusception
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