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Is Biting The Skin Around My Nails Symptom Of Dermatophagia ?
Do i have dermatophogia as i bite the skin around my nails constantly for as long as i can remember and even if it bleeds or is painfull i cannont stop
Fri, 6 Jan 2012
Hi....dear user.,
Thanks for choosing HCM.,
Biting of Skin around the nail is common Nervous habit..,
It is due to Stress, hormonal imbalance, Psychological( Obsessive compulsive disorder).,
Hence you follow...,
1) Wearing of Thick gloves...,
2) Use Hand lotions ..which are bitter in taste(Vinegar).,
3) Try to do..Meditation and deep breathing....to relax your mind..,
Even if it is not answering...consult good Psychiatrist ..,ok...bye
Thanks for choosing HCM.,
Biting of Skin around the nail is common Nervous habit..,
It is due to Stress, hormonal imbalance, Psychological( Obsessive compulsive disorder).,
Hence you follow...,
1) Wearing of Thick gloves...,
2) Use Hand lotions ..which are bitter in taste(Vinegar).,
3) Try to do..Meditation and deep breathing....to relax your mind..,
Even if it is not answering...consult good Psychiatrist ..,ok...bye
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Hello,
Welcome to HealthcareMagic
You may be suffering from Obsessive compulsive disorder which is manifesting as dermatophagia/onychophagia.
I suggest you see a psychiatrist for a correct diagnosis and management
Welcome to HealthcareMagic
You may be suffering from Obsessive compulsive disorder which is manifesting as dermatophagia/onychophagia.
I suggest you see a psychiatrist for a correct diagnosis and management
I find this answer helpful
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