Patient's question:
A 3-year-old child has recently been grinding their teeth at night and has not been eating much, being picky about food. They do eat snacks, and their complexion appears slightly yellow.Doctor's answer:
First, there are parasites in the body. Parasites secrete some harmful substances that affect the autonomic nervous system. During the day, when our awareness is strong, we can control our behavior, but after falling asleep, we may unconsciously grind our teeth. After deworming, this situation will no longer occur.Second, it could be due to mental tension or excessive "liver fire" (as described in traditional Chinese medicine), which is referred to as "internal wind stirring." The main reason for excessive liver fire is improper dietary habits, such as consuming too many fried, spicy, and refined foods, leading to the accumulation of heat and toxicity in the body. Grinding teeth is a symptom that indicates the body is out of balance. If left untreated, it may lead to restlessness, lying awake while sleeping, or even insomnia. The treatment method involves clearing heat and reducing fire.