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Mom of a 4 yr 11 m old boy3 years ago

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my child is 1 y 6 month now suddenly eat chalk soil etc what can i do to avoid it

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Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 4 m old boy3 years ago

A. this problem is also known as pica due to iron deficiency as well as nutritional deficiency children place dirty y things in the oral cavity as well as they may lick soil or they may lick the walls. they may place footwears in their oral cavity. meet your doctor because e iron supplements needs to be started and give food rich in iron

Manali K MehtaMom of a 9 yr 3 m old boy3 years ago

A. Hi parents I suggest you please consult with your pediatrician about this matter because physical examination of child is important for proper diagnosis and treatment please include natural probiotics and dairy products in your child daily diet

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