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Can I Get Rid Of The Habit Of Eating Slate Pencils?
Hi Stephen, I am 28 years old and every day each and every moment I feel to eat slate pencils. I am crazy about slate pencils and can t control. I am controlling myself by eating 2-3 slate pencil boxes per month. Could you please help me out to get rid of this habit
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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Can I Get Rid Of The Habit Of Eating Slate Pencils?
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.