Symptoms of Pica
With the signs of pica in mind, here are some symptoms the disorders causes:
• A tendency to put inedible objects in ones mouth
• Constantly vigilant for items to put in mouth
• Evidence of non-food items, like bits of colored plastic or dirt, in fecal matter (especially noticeable in small children)
• Trouble telling the difference between food and non-food items, such as eating paper plates that food has been placed on
