Allotriophagy

Translation of "allotriophagy" into Russian

Noun

allotriophagy

Allotriophagy is a condition where individuals eat non-nutritive substances.

Аллотриофагия - это состояние, при котором люди едят непитательные вещества.

Noun

A condition characterized by the craving and consumption of non-nutritive substances, often seen in certain medical or psychological disorders.

The patient was diagnosed with allotriophagy after repeatedly consuming chalk and dirt.

The practice or habit of eating substances not considered food, such as clay, chalk, or paper; pica.

Cases of allotriophagy have been documented among miners who chewed on coal to relieve hunger.