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Why do i have the strong feeling wanting to eat dirt i normally don't eat dirt i may have when i was a little baby this is weird a strong feeling?
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Pica: Eating dirt is also known as pica. It is possible that you are iron deficient. Try to avoid eating dirt as it may contain lead. Follow up with your doctor to be checked for iron deficiency anemia.
Answered 10/4/2017
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