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Sir, i have habit of eating raw rice very badly, what are the effects and how can i overcome that??
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Pica: is the medical term for eating unusual things like ice, cornstarch, clay or raw rice compulsively. It is often a sign of iron deficiency anemia. You should be tested for anemia and if found, treated. Usually the compulsion goes away once the anemia is corrected. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
Answered 9/27/2020
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