my son is 2 year old and he is eating walls. why he is eating is their is deficiency of iron or zinc?

2 Answers

ExpertDr Disha PatelAyurvedic Physician2 weeks ago

A. yes eating wall paint is typical Pica, a disorder of craving of non edible things, due to iron or calcium deficiency. it is preferable to get him examined by your doctor once

ZIAULHAQ ABDUL KHADARFather of a 2 yr old girl2 weeks ago

A. please contact Doctor

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