Syndromes and Diseases

Did you hear about this gal who had a hairball removed from her stomach ? Apparently, she had been eating hair for some time because that photo shows a HUGE hairball! Ack !! I can't even imagine..can you? Not only are there people who eat hair, but there are also people who eat other nonfood items like clay, sand, glue, chalk, coffee grounds..well, just about anything you wouldn't normally eat. (I guess I shouldn't say "nonfood" because there are things like flour and cornstarch that are eaten also.) This eating disorder is called Pica and is common in people with developmental delays and those ... Read Full Story

Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Syndromes and Diseases". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article! Read Full Story