How to treat geographic tongue in toddlers
Disease description:
When the child was washing his face in the morning, I noticed patches on his tongue that looked like a map—possibly geographic tongue. How is geographic tongue treated in young children?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Geographic tongue in young children is usually caused by spleen and stomach deficiency and impaired body fluids, which can be improved through dietary adjustments. It is recommended to consume more fresh fruits and vegetables, while avoiding spicy, stimulating, greasy, and fried foods that may generate damp-heat and obstruct the middle jiao, further weakening the spleen and stomach. Additionally, eating foods that strengthen the spleen, such as red dates and lotus seeds, can help restore spleen and stomach function.
