Suggest Treatment For OCD Of Picking Toenails

Posted on Wed, 12 Nov 2014

Question: I often pick at my toenails until there is nothing left. It starts by picking at a hang nail but I eventually pull the entire nail off. Pain does not stop me. I may let it grow back for a few months but then do it again. What can I do to stop this behavior?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (45 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
obsessive compulsive disorder

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
This type of habit is called as obsessive compulsive disorder, where the person knows that he is doing wrong but can't stop doing it.
Don't worry it can be treated.
You need to meet a psychiatrist as medication cannot be prescribed here.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you

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