8.7: Pica
8.7: Pica
Sep 1, 2024
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Dr. Kriti Jain | MD on Instagram: "Pica: Why Do Some People Crave Non-Food Items? Pica is a condition where a person repeatedly eats non-food substances like chalk, clay, paper, soil, or even ice. It can occur in children, pregnant women, or adults — and usually signals an underlying health or psychological issue. 🔍 Common Causes of Pica 🩸 Nutritional Deficiencies • Iron-deficiency anemia (most common) • Zinc deficiency • Sometimes calcium deficiency 🤰 Pregnancy Hormonal + nutritional shifts
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Pica is a common but concerning behavior in kids with autism, involving the persistent eating or chewing of non-food items like dirt, paper, hair, or even feces. While it might seem like just a phase, pica can lead to serious health risks such as bowel obstructions, toxicity, and infections. So why does pica happen? Here are some possible root causes: • Zinc deficiency: Over 50% of individuals with pica have low zinc levels. Supplementation may resolve this. • Iron deficiency: Linked to anemia,
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