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OCD. Dermatophagia (from Ancient Greek δέρμα — lit.skin and φαγείαlit.eating) or dermatodaxia (from δήξις, lit.biting) [3] is a compulsion disorder of gnawing or biting one's own skin, most commonly at the fingers. This action can either be conscious or unconscious [4] and it is considered to be a type of pica.
Excoriation disorder, more commonly known as dermatillomania, is a mental disorder on the obsessive–compulsive spectrum that is characterized by the repeated urge or impulse to pick at one's own skin, to the extent that either psychological or physical damage is caused.
Nail biting, also known as onychophagy or onychophagia, is an oral compulsive habit of biting one's fingernails. It is sometimes described as a parafunctional activity, the common use of the mouth for an activity other than speaking, eating, or drinking. Nail biting is very common, especially amongst children. 25–35 percent of children bite ...
Intermittent fasting is generally safe for women over 50, but everyone is different. “IF can be safe for someone over the age of 50 if they are not a type 2 or type 1 diabetic who requires ...
The Signs Of Hair Loss in Women. Before we go any further, it’s important to know that shedding is a natural part of a healthy hair growth cycle, says Melissa Piliang, MD, a board-certified ...
ACE inhibitors. ACE inhibitors are used to treat and manage high blood pressure, which is a big risk factor for heart disease, heart failure, stroke, and more. ACE inhibitors can lower your thirst ...
Treatment. The primary treatment for megavitamin-B 6 syndrome is to stop taking supplemental vitamin B 6. Physical therapy, including vestibular rehabilitation, has been used in attempts to improve recovery following cessation of vitamin B 6 supplementation. Medications such as amitriptyline have been used to help with neuropathic pain.
Many people experience physical symptoms while they’re depressed, including slower physical movements and speech, aches, joint pain, muscle pain and even digestive issues. These may improve ...