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Can History Of Addiction For Eating Fuller S Earth Cause Problems In Future?

Hello Dr., I am 22 years old now. I had a habit of eating multani mitti during my school days.But now since 6 years I don t have that habit at all. I just want to know that will I have any HEALTH PROBLEM in future because of that habit? If so then what will be that health problem and how to avoid it? Please help:)
Sat, 23 May 2020
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Hi,

What you mentioned is a condition known as pica. This can cause health problems like anemia, lead poisoning, constipation and parasitic infections. Except lead poisoning, other features are unlikely to develop once the behaviour is discontinued. Chance of lead poisoning depends on the amount ingested, but it is very unlikely as it is already 6 years. If you do not have symptoms like chronic headache, anorexia, muscle/joint pains or hypertension, you need not worry.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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Can History Of Addiction For Eating Fuller S Earth Cause Problems In Future?

Hi, What you mentioned is a condition known as pica. This can cause health problems like anemia, lead poisoning, constipation and parasitic infections. Except lead poisoning, other features are unlikely to develop once the behaviour is discontinued. Chance of lead poisoning depends on the amount ingested, but it is very unlikely as it is already 6 years. If you do not have symptoms like chronic headache, anorexia, muscle/joint pains or hypertension, you need not worry. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician