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How To Control Eating Of Slate Pencils?

Doctor,i have a habit of eating slate pencils....and i am eating it since 2 years...i have been caught many a times by my parents....and i am trying to refuse it...but can t give up...what should i do...????i wanna avoid it...but it s taste is tempting for me....
Thu, 19 Nov 2015
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Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have habit of eating slate pencils since 2 years . The condition of getting urge to eat like slate pencils is called Pica . It is usually associated with deficiency of minerals in the body..mostly Iron Deficiency Anemia . This kind of condition occur due condition like infections, intestinal obstruction and malnutrition . I would suggest you to consult general practitioner , who may order blood test to check hemoglobin level . Doctor may prescribe iron supplements and recommend you to eat healthy diet like spinach .


Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Control Eating Of Slate Pencils?

Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have habit of eating slate pencils since 2 years . The condition of getting urge to eat like slate pencils is called Pica . It is usually associated with deficiency of minerals in the body..mostly Iron Deficiency Anemia . This kind of condition occur due condition like infections, intestinal obstruction and malnutrition . I would suggest you to consult general practitioner , who may order blood test to check hemoglobin level . Doctor may prescribe iron supplements and recommend you to eat healthy diet like spinach . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari