Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
colica
Noun
/ˈkɒlɪkə/
Definition
A pain caused by the contraction of muscles in a hollow organ, often in the abdomen.
Examples
- The patient complained of colica after eating a large meal.
- Doctors often treat colica with medication to relax the muscles.
- Colica can be quite debilitating, leading to discomfort throughout the day.
Meaning
Colica refers to a condition characterized by severe pain in the abdomen, usually associated with the intestines or other hollow organs, resulting from spasm, obstruction, or inflammation.
Synonyms
- spasmodic pain
- abdominal cramps
- tummy ache