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Craving for slate pencil

2019-07-29 06:00:40
I have craving for slate penicil in 8th month of pregnancy and i am eating 5 to 6 in a day..is it harmful??
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yes its harmful. u might be anaemic. check your hemoglobin and peripheral smear

Answered2019-07-29 10:15:05

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Hi, this kind of craving generally indicates anemia, low hemoglobin. Please check your hemoglobin Slate pencil is not a food item. Please avoid eating it and meet a nearby Gynecologist

Answered2019-07-29 07:57:51

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