A craving to eat non-food substances such as earth or coal. Pica is common in early childhood and may occur during pregnancy. It may also occur in nutritional or iron-deficiency disorders, and in severe psychiatric disorders.
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Pica |
A craving to eat non-food substances such as earth or coal. Pica is common in early childhood and may occur during pregnancy. It may also occur in nutritional or iron-deficiency disorders, and in severe psychiatric disorders. |
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