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I have pica
Hello doctor,
My problem is I have pica since more than 5 years.
When I'm at home I crave and keep eating pots made of mud
Right now I'm facing lots of hair loss.
And also my appetite has become completely nill. I don't feel like eating anything else. And I'm underweight too. Not gaining weight
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You will need proper counselling as well as a psychiatrist consultation. For other queries you can consult me
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Get CBC done. Also check stools for worms
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Dr. Khushboo
General Physician
8 yrs exp
New Delhi
For this you need to discuss. Get rid of habit takes time
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Dr. Narendra Singh
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
11 yrs exp
Nainital
Pica may be related to an iron and zinc deficiency. You are experiencing all the complications which can be experienced person who is performing pica for such a long period of time.
You Need a good anti parasitic medication to clear out your gut well as there are chances you may have developed lead toxicity due to paint over the pots u r eating.
Feel free to consult with your detailed history so that I can help you out good counselling and medical therapy
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Dr. Hajira Khanam
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Plz consult I shall help you with this
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