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Does Consuming Cement During Pregnancy Affect The Fetus?
Hi, I'm 29 weeks pregnant.
I'm suffering from pica. for about a month and a half I ate small pieces of drywall that I swallowed and chewed and then spat out pieces of wall, I wanted to know if this attitude may have irreparably damaged my child's health, thanks in advance!
I'm suffering from pica. for about a month and a half I ate small pieces of drywall that I swallowed and chewed and then spat out pieces of wall, I wanted to know if this attitude may have irreparably damaged my child's health, thanks in advance!
Mon, 13 Aug 2018
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Eating cement may interfere with the nutrient absorption of healthy food substances and actually cause a deficiency. Pica cravings are also a concern because non-food items may contain toxic or parasitic ingredients. Silicon it is harmful for you and baby.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Eating cement may interfere with the nutrient absorption of healthy food substances and actually cause a deficiency. Pica cravings are also a concern because non-food items may contain toxic or parasitic ingredients. Silicon it is harmful for you and baby.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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