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I eat chalk daily

2016-04-18 11:42:35
Eating chalk on a regular basis has become my habit.I am strongly addicted to eating chalk.Is this harmful in any way to my body?
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Please consult a Psychiatrist immediately!

Answered2016-04-19 06:39:43

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Hello definitely eating something which is not healthy and hygienic is harmful to health...pica and obsessive compulsive disorder should be ruled out consult psychiatrist for further evaluation and treatment I hope this helps to solve your problem...try to control as much as possible not to eat chalkpiece.

Answered2016-04-19 03:51:02

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