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2. Dermatophagia - Wikipedia

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   Dermatophagia. Dermatophagia (from Ancient Greek δέρμα — lit. skin and φαγεία lit. 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.

3. Dog skin disorders - Wikipedia

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   Atopy is a hereditary [3] and chronic (lifelong) allergic skin disease. Signs usually begin between 6 months and 3 years of age, with some breeds of dog, such as the golden retriever, showing signs at an earlier age. Dogs with atopic dermatitis are itchy, especially around the eyes, muzzle, ears and feet. In severe cases, the irritation is ...

4. Paronychia - Wikipedia

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   Definition and etymology. Paronychia is an inflammation of the skin around the nail, which can occur suddenly (acute), when it is usually due to the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, or gradually (chronic) when it is commonly caused by Candida albicans. [2] The term is from Greek: παρωνυχία from para, "around", onyx, "nail" and the noun ...

5. How to Stop a Puppy from Biting, According to Dog Trainers - AOL

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   The post How to Stop a Puppy from Biting, According to Dog Trainers appeared first on Reader's Digest. If the furry love of your life is treating your fingers like a chew toy, nab these expert ...

6. Serious health risks from biting your nails will horrify you

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   The problem doesn't stop at nails, either. Habitual nail-biters often chomp on the skin around their fingers, too, leaving open cuts and abrasions that could easily pick up even more bacteria or ...

7. Why is my dog play biting me? An expert reveals the ... - AOL

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   4. Resource related. Some dogs will be inclined to guard or protect certain items, and this can include toys you might use during play. Guarding behavior can be directed at both other dogs and ...