Warning Signs Of Dermatophagia

Bleeding Skin

If there is bleeding skin, it can lead to infection. Open wounds are breeding grounds for bacteria and infection. If this happens, the patient might experience swelling, redness, discharge of pus, and pain. In order for the affected area to remain free of infection, it really needs to be covered. This causes a problem because the patient will want to continue chewing on the skin. However, if the areas are covered, it might be harder for chewing to continue. However, patients suffering from dermatophagia do not get deterred from chewing on their skin easily. For them, it is a compulsion and even pain and pus will not make them stop the behavior. They need help in tackling the disorder, so they can stop or reduce the chewing on their skin.

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