Abstract :

Geophagia is a frequent cause of chronic constipation. It is often associated with iron-deficiency anemia, which may be the cause. We describe the case of a 4 year-old suffering from a chronic constipation. In which the radiographic examination revealed the presence of sand like stools and thus making an orientation for geophagia. This article come as a reminder of the utility of radiographic examination as a first line abdominal exploration in case of abdominal symptoms.

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Keywords :

Anemia, Constipation, Development Delay, Geophagia, Radiography

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