Intestinal spasm, commonly known as colic, is a disease in which the smooth muscles of the intestinal wall contract strongly for a short period of time, causing paroxysmal abdominal pain or colic, with these two types of pain as the main clinical manifestations, with pediatric patients being the most common.
When the intestine is abnormally stimulated, a stress response occurs, i.e., protective contraction of the intestinal wall, accompanied by abnormal peristalsis, which is first manifested as rapid peristalsis, followed by abdominal pain of a colicky nature, and some patients have diarrhea or have the intention to defecate, but are unable to expel the symptoms, etc. The causes of intestinal spasm are mainly caused by dietary habits or congenital factors. If the intestinal spasm is caused by dietary stimulation or abnormal intestinal peristalsis caused by cold under the feet, it is recommended to have a light diet and pay attention to keeping the feet warm.
Therefore, intestinal spasm is a disease related to abnormal movement of the intestinal wall, which is treatable and preventable. Intestinal spasm in infants and children is usually related to congenital nature, and parents are advised to take their children for surgery as early as possible to avoid serious disorders such as intestinal obstruction.