Which of the Following Is NOT a True Statement About

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a true statement about colic?

• A) The colic condition typically begins at about two weeks of age and then disappears spontaneously at three or four months of age.
• B) Colic is a pattern of intense, daily periods of crying for three or more hours per day, typically in the late afternoon or early evening.
• C) Almost all infants develop colic.
• D) The cause of colic is not known.

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Definitions:

Neutrophils

A type of white blood cell that helps heal damaged tissues and resolve infections.

Monocytes

A type of white blood cell that plays a key role in the immune system by fighting infections and removing dead or damaged cells.

Histamine

A biogenic amine involved in local immune responses, regulating physiological function in the gut and acting as a neurotransmitter.

Leukotrienes

Lipid compounds derived from arachidonic acid that mediate inflammation, allergic reactions, and other immune responses.