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Is eating chalk is harmful?? im worried for my future that eating chalk can affect on my pregnancy??

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

YES: This is called PICA- a form of eating and behavioral disorder. Please seek medical and psychological consultation.

Dr Allan agreed

Answered 3/26/2018

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