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Eating Pus From Acne, Scabs, Fingernail Dirt And Boogers. What Can Help Me?
So this is extremely embarrassing, because I can t seem to find any other cases that don t appear fake...I seem to be addicted to eating pus from my acne . Often I will try to pop prematurely just so I can get some. I also eat scabs, things under my fingernails and occasionally boogers...I ve done it since I was young, it s second nature and I can t seem to stop, often I don t even notice I do it. Is this pica? I don t have any other cravings, for dirt of paper or anything.
Sat, 13 Oct 2012
Hi
It is highly likely to be a psychological disorder
You need to see a Psychiatrist and/or psychological counsellor - he will be the best person for further assessment and assistance
God luck
It is highly likely to be a psychological disorder
You need to see a Psychiatrist and/or psychological counsellor - he will be the best person for further assessment and assistance
God luck
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