The mother of a 2-month-old infant reports to the nurse that the infant has been crying continuously all evening. On examination the nurse understands that the newborn is colicky. Which is the most common reason for the onset of colic in an infant?

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The most common reason for the onset of colic in an infant is the consumption of cow's milk by the nursing mother. Proteins from cow's milk can pass into the mother's breast milk and cause digestive issues in the infant, leading to colic symptoms.

The Mother of a 2-Month-Old Infant Reports to the Nurse