Pick my scabs and eat them? Is this a disorder? Can I join a support group?
2006-12-23 16:33:18 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
You might have dermatillomania, or compulsive skin picking. I've never heard of eating the scabs, though.
Here's a link that might help:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermatillomania
I'm sure there probably are some Yahoo support groups for it.
2006-12-23 17:53:28 · answer #1 · answered by Zombie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably no more dangerous than eating your own feces. Judging from the avatar, it hasn't done you much good. It is without a doubt a disorder, and you need to start a group.Might I suggest "crabs not scabs" as a name for the group?
2006-12-24 01:45:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure that it is a disorder, but I don't know what it is called, or where to find out about it. As to whether it's harmful, I doubt that it is; the stomach acids would kill almost any bacteria that might be harmful. As for disgusting, well you be the judge.
Since there are support groups for almost anything nowadays, I imagine that there is one. Check with your psychiatrist (you ARE seeing a psychiatrist, aren't you??) to see which one might be appropriate for you.
2006-12-24 01:02:11 · answer #3 · answered by Dr. Dave 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure, you are practicing the ultimate in recycling. You should check with local social service organizations, surely it is good for a handout.
2006-12-24 00:42:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is not right, you should maybe have an apple or something. Tell me are you a guy or a girl?
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2006-12-24 00:40:11 · answer #5 · answered by ♥ Princess ♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋