If an individual cannot stop chewing ice. If the condition is caused by mental health issues such as autism or schizophrenia, or emotional issues such as OCD, treating those conditions with therapy and medications, as directed by a physician, may lessen the papophagia, as well. For example, treating iron deficiency anemia with iron supplements usually addresses the symptoms of papophagia. The treatments for papophagia involve treating the underlying cause of the problem. Should these symptoms appear medical attention should be sought immediately. Signs of severe dehydration include thirst and dark urine. It’s important to address mild dehydration by increasing the intake of liquids to avoid severe dehydration. Dehydration: Chewing ice may alleviate mild dehydration.Emotional conditions such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), stress and anxiety.Other potential causes for craving ice chewing can include: Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia may include: However, at least one study1 showed that iron supplements taken by some people suffering from iron deficiency anemia (with an accompanying craving to chew ice) were enough to stop the ice cravings. The reason it may cause a craving to chew ice is unclear. Iron deficiency anemia: Though there isn’t conclusive evidence, some scientists believe there is a connection between craving ice and a health condition called “iron deficiency anemia.” This type of anemia is caused by a lack or iron in the body. Papophagia can affect children and adults alike. It is actually one form of an eating disorder called “pica.” In many cases, the individual also suffers from mental health issues which can include autism and/or schizophrenia. Pagophagia: This is the clinical term for someone who wants to chew ice frequently and develops a craving for it. There are several conditions that may cause a craving to chew ice. If an individual wants to chew ice constantly, for a period of time that lasts longer than a month, it would be beneficial to consult a physician. Research shows that chewing ice may be ok – unless you crave ice all the time.Ī craving to chew ice consistently could indicate an iron deficiency, or an emotional condition called papophagia. On the other hand, old wives’ tales say that chewing on ice will break your teeth and lead to a sore throat. Ice can keep your mouth cool and moist which helps combat dehydration. It’s summer and during its hot days, we’ve all seen many people chew on ice to cool down.
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