Which comorbid conditions and complications should be looked for in patients with pica?

In another article on this website, we discussed the clinical features and diagnostic criteria for pica. Please see:

When should we diagnose pica as a DSM-5-TR™ Feeding and Eating Disorder?

Next, on this page, let’s look at what else we should look for in a patient with pica: other mental disorders, non-psychiatric medical conditions that are well-known to be associated with pica, and, importantly, potential complications due to pica.