Even more interesting, the allele is a variant of a gene that might actually be
part of the disease process.
«Collagen may be harmful or protective, but in every disease where collagen is present, it's
part of the disease process.»
Pica may be
part of a disease process or may be a behavioural problem (boredom etc...); it is important to not allow access to underwear and other non-food items she finds appealing, coupled with vocal disapproval may help to curb the habit.