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Definition: Pica Disorder - A craving for something not normally regarded as nutritive. For example, dirt. Pica is a classic clue to iron deficiency in children. It also occurs in zinc deficiency. Pica is also seen as a symptom in several neurobiological disorders, including autism and Tourette's syndrome, and is sometimes seen during pregnancy.


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My Cat Eats Random Objects!?

I have a 2 year old tabby who eats random objects. Yes, objects - specifically "string" like objects. This started when he was younger. He tried to eat a long, thin piece of fleece that was his toy - about 24 inches in length. We're not sure if he tried to eat it and then threw it up in his litter box, or if he actually ate it and then pooped it out in his litter. But this was the beginning. We bought him little mice toys with tails - none have tails now! He's obsessed with "tassles" - anyt...

Might I Have An Iron Deficiency?

I exercise daily (lifting and cardio), eat healthy and get 8 hours a night. Yet I have gigantic black circles under my eyes. I also crave cold water all the time almost full with ice, that I like to chew on after I'm done with my drink. What are some other sympthoms of an iron deficiency? Should I take an iron supplement? I've heard that too much iron is toxic to your body - how do I know how much to dose? I drink 1-2 gallons of water a day and eat ALOT of meat (basically my diet for weightlif...

My Cat Likes To Chew Paper, Does Anyone Know Why?

i do feed him!! He does it periodically during the day. I give him lots of love too. ...

Kitten Help!?

My kitten who is six weeks old keeps on crawling under my couch and licking the floor. she also eats the cat litter and was vomiting last night. What is wrong with her? :/ ...

Today Are Eating Disorders?

I know that i the U.S. obesity is a very big issue and more people are obesse than ever before, but is it the same for eating disoders? are they very high today as well? ...

What Can I Do For A Student Who Eats Paper Constantly?

He has been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and ADHD. It seems to serve as a soothing behavior. ...