Glossary
Colic: Pain produced by intermittent spasm.Volvulus: Twisting of a part of intestine over another to cause obstruction.
Intussusception: Slipping or telescoping of one part of intestine into another part just below it. Requires emergency surgical intervention.
Lactose intolerance: The inability to digest or absorb lactose, a type of sugar found in milk and other dairy products.
