Colic is a mystery. Doctors are not sure exactly what causes it, and there is no blanket treatment that works for all babies. For parents it can be very frustrating and stressful to deal with, especially when nothing seems to soothe your precious baby and the crying lasts for hours at a time, every day, for weeks or even months.

To help better understand the facts and myths about colic – a temporary disorder that affects up to 25 percent of babies – take this quiz and see if you know what's true or false when dealing with a colicky baby.

Answer True or False to the following statements:

1. Colic is characterized by excessive crying, irritability and apparent abdominal pain.

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