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Pica is a disorder characterized by persistent eating of non-food items like gravel. This case study highlights iron deficiency anemia as a common finding in adults with pica.

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Psychiatry

Background:

Pica is a persistent eating disorder involving non-nutritive, non-food substances.
The term originates from the Latin word for magpie, a bird known for indiscriminate eating.

Observation:

A 30-year-old female presented with a 17-year history of craving and ingesting gravel and brick fragments.
This behavior began at age 13 and persisted into adulthood.

Findings:

Complete blood count and iron studies revealed iron deficiency anemia.
The patient's persistent consumption of non-food items met the diagnostic criteria for pica.

Implications:

This case underscores the importance of considering pica in adults presenting with iron deficiency anemia.
Further research is needed to understand the long-term health consequences and effective treatments for adult pica.