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Guardian of a 5 yr 8 m old girl3 years ago

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my baby eats hair.... is this because of any deficiency in her blood? how can i stop this?

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ExpertDr Disha PatelAyurvedic Physician3 years ago

A. yes, it sounds like pics. an eating disorder that is quite common in kids, The disorder is defined as persistent and compulsive cravings to eat nonfood items....It is due to calcium or iron deficiency in babies... please do check with your paedritician and management accordingly.

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