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Medical Conditions - Pica

Pica means an eating disorder where a person eats things that are not usually considered food. Young children put non-food items such as toys or grass in their mouths because they might get curious about the world around them. But kids with pica eat those things that can lead to health problems.

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Pica Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Diagnosis

Pica is a disorder that involves compulsive eating of things that may or may not be considered edible, such as hair, paper, or dirt.

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