Patient's question:
The child seems to have excessive internal heat, as the breath smells foul, and the middle of the lower lip has cracked.Previous Treatment and Effects:
The child has seen a doctor, taken medication, and even received injections. The village doctor seemed to say it was due to a vitamin deficiency, but after a week, it hasn’t improved.
Desired Help:
I hope the condition can heal on its own. I am seeking help for my son’s cracked lips.
Doctor's answer:
In traditional Chinese medicine, it is believed that the moisture level of the lips is also an external reflection of the body's condition. Dry and cracked lips indicate that body fluids have been depleted, and the lips have lost their nourishment. When the lips are swollen and sore, with sores on the edges, it is often a sign of a deficiency in riboflavin, excessive heat in the spleen and stomach, or yin deficiency with internal heat.Eat fresh vegetables rich in vitamins, but avoid consuming too much orange, as it is an aromatic, warm-natured fruit. Eating too much can easily cause digestive issues, making the lips even drier. It is recommended to drink more water regularly, and avoid licking the lips when they are cracked.