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Is eating ice a sign of liver problems?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Eating ice: No eating ice means you have a condition known as pica. Pics can be caused by anemic conditions so see your doctor for blood work

Answered 5/13/2014

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