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  • 12 Years
  • 22/01/2025

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I'm really worried because my sister has been craving and eating slate pencils for about 6 months now. I'm concerned about whether this could harm her health. Is there a way we can help her reduce these cravings? How can we check if there's already been any damage? Would love to get some guidance on this.

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Dr. Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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  • MBBS
  • 6+ Yrs
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That's called Pica,that's due to mineral deficiency,give her balanced diet and add green leafy vegetables daily, this would help and rest councelling is also needed

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