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How do i reduce nail biting habit? does it lead to kidney stones?
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Nail biting: Does not lead to kidney stones. Try keeping nails trimmed short; substitute a carrot or celery stick to chew on whenever u might bite nails. Otc preps deter biting due to bad/bitter taste. Consider pcp or therapist for evaluation for anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder which may underlie nail biting & can be treated w/ therapy &/or meds.
Answered 1/25/2021
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