Colic or cholic (/ˈkɒlɪk/)[1] is a form of pain that starts and stops abruptly. It occurs due to muscular contractions of a hollow tube (small and large intestine, gall bladder, ureter, etc.) in an attempt to relieve an obstruction by forcing content out. It may be accompanied by sweating and vomiting.[2] Types include:
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The cholic (1819) George Cruikshank | |
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Specialty | Gastroenterology, Urology |
The term is from Greek κολικός kolikos, 'relative to the colon'.