“My brother has an habit of eating ice cubes. Is it normal?”
My brother is 17 years old and has started to eat ice cubes. It's a little strange, in my opinion, because he does it so often. Is this normal?
6 Answers
It's important for your brother to see a physician and also a psychologist/therapist. His doctor can do a physical and run some tests, checking for iron levels, etc. He may have an issue called "pagophagia," where iron deficiency should be ruled out. Or this may be a symptom of anxiety where it's a form of self-soothing. Either way, it needs to be investigated medically and psychologically. Good luck to you and what a great sibling, you are, btw, that you're reaching out with caring on his behalf!
He needs to take iron pills. The reason of eatting ice is, is iron maybe low. Have him go to the doctor to confirm the problem
Hi there,
It is completely normal for someone to eat ice cubes. Many people enjoy the sound and sensation of the crunch and find it to be relaxing or soothing, similar to the soap cutting ASMR videos that have been trending on
Facebook.
If it starts adversely affecting his teeth or mouth, then it may become a problem that would likely need to be addressed by a dentist or orthodontist. Otherwise, it is a totally common habit to have.
It is completely normal for someone to eat ice cubes. Many people enjoy the sound and sensation of the crunch and find it to be relaxing or soothing, similar to the soap cutting ASMR videos that have been trending on
Facebook.
If it starts adversely affecting his teeth or mouth, then it may become a problem that would likely need to be addressed by a dentist or orthodontist. Otherwise, it is a totally common habit to have.
You should probably have your brother see a physician. A sudden craving for eating ice cubes is often a symptom of iron deficiency. He may be anemic.
Go to this website link:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/iron-deficiency-anemia/expert-answers/chewing-ice/faq-20057982
It could be a sign of a physiological condition - check it out
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/iron-deficiency-anemia/expert-answers/chewing-ice/faq-20057982
It could be a sign of a physiological condition - check it out
Eating ice cubes are fine. Nothing wrong with that. He should be fine and you also.
