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How Can I Get Rid Of This Habit?

Hi doctor ,i am 30 yrs old. i have 2 kids. iused to eat slate pencils when i was young,but i stopped.since 3 months i started eating again , iam trying hard to stop but i fill like some thing is missing in my life and i try to keep busy myself .i eat 1-2 every day. i dont want my childern to know about it .pls suggest me to get rid of these slate pencils as soon as possible.
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Hello dear,

The continuous craving for eating inedible substances (like slate pencils) is known as Pica.
It is one of the features of Iron deficiency anemia.

Investigations like complete blood count & peripheral blood smear will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis.
Based on the reports, management will include administration of supplemental Iron & Folic acid preparations.
Also you need to take a healthy balanced diet rich in green leafy vegetables.

So, kindly consult your General Physician for proper clinical evaluation.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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How Can I Get Rid Of This Habit?

Hello dear, The continuous craving for eating inedible substances (like slate pencils) is known as Pica. It is one of the features of Iron deficiency anemia. Investigations like complete blood count & peripheral blood smear will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis. Based on the reports, management will include administration of supplemental Iron & Folic acid preparations. Also you need to take a healthy balanced diet rich in green leafy vegetables. So, kindly consult your General Physician for proper clinical evaluation. Wishing you a good health. Take care.