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Good evening Doctor, My son is 18 months old. He is eating mud and tasting walls from past 1 month. Do he have any food deficiency. Please guide us regarding his food problem if so.
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ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist4 years agoA. Hello mom this condition is called as PICA . And in this an individual eats non edible things , this habits normally fades off with time or can get worse as well. And eating the above items mention is basically due to calcium deficiency. So give him some calcium rich foods
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Sai Prasanthi R LMom of a 11 yr 8 m old boy4 years agoA. Hello dear parent! Kids showing interest in eating in edible things around often indicates vitamin deficiency. Get your child personally examined by your doctor and seek further advice. Follow your doctor’s instructions diligently. Include all food groups in your child’s diet that is staple in your family. Good luck and take care.
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