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painter's colic

–noun
Pathology. lead poisoning causing intense intestinal pain.

Origin:
1815–25
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Main Entry: paint·er's colic
Pronunciation: 'pAnt-&rz-
Function: noun
: intestinal colic associated with obstinate constipation due to chroniclead poisoning
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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painter's colic paint·er's colic (pān'tərz)
n.
Chronic intestinal pains and constipation caused by lead poisoning.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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