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I have a bad habit of plucking eyelashes. i don't what to do. help?
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Compulsion: This could represent a compulsive disorder. I recommend that you consider evaluation by a psychiatrist. Therapy and/ or medication may help with this behavior.
Answered 1/25/2013
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