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What can be done to help someone with pica disorder?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Start with medical: Assessment to look for underlying medical problems including mineral deficiencies. If no medical cause is identified then recommend psychological assessment.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/29/2013

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