Symptoms of severe damp-heat
Apr 18, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. He Haochen
Introduction
Common symptoms of severe damp-heat include decreased appetite, fever, and a yellowish, greasy tongue coating. When dampness and heat enter the spleen and stomach, they can weaken digestive function. If damp-heat cannot be properly expelled from the body, it may easily lead to fever in the afternoon. The tongue coating appears thick, yellow, and slippery, resulting in reduced taste sensitivity and sometimes a bitter taste in the mouth.
Common symptoms of excessive damp-heat include decreased appetite, fever, and yellow greasy tongue coating. The details are as follows:
1. Decreased appetite
Dampness and heat entering the spleen and stomach can weaken digestive function, leading to abdominal fullness, loose stools, nausea, and other symptoms.
2. Fever
When damp-heat cannot be properly eliminated from the body, it often causes fever in the afternoon, particularly with a noticeable burning sensation in the palms and soles.
3. Yellow greasy tongue coating
The tongue coating appears thick and yellow with a slippery, greasy texture. Taste sensation may become dull, making it difficult to perceive flavors, and there might even be a bitter taste in the mouth.
In addition, a sensation of tenesmus (urgent yet ineffective defecation) may also occur. It is recommended to promptly consult a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to promote symptom improvement.
