Patient's question:
My son is already 8 years old. Recently, while washing his hair, I noticed that he has grown many white hairs on his head, and the trend is getting worse. He also often feels dry mouth and tongue, with his hands and feet feeling particularly hot, and his teeth are a bit loose. Is this happening again due to the yin deficiency of the liver and kidneys in my son?What kind of assistance I need: I would like to know what symptoms are common in children with yin deficiency of the liver and kidneys? Is my son currently experiencing yin deficiency of the liver and kidneys?
Doctor's answer:
If the liver and kidney yin deficiency occurs, it may lead to children experiencing premature graying of hair again. The symptoms of liver and kidney yin deficiency are primarily manifested as dizziness, forgetfulness, vertigo, hot flashes, palpitations, frequent dreams with poor sleep, restlessness, dry mouth, feverish bones and muscles, red tongue with little coating, sore waist and knees, dry and blurred eyes, costal pain, five-palm heat, flushed cheeks with night sweats, dry mouth and throat, insomnia with frequent dreams. Based on your description, your son does exhibit some of these symptoms, but I cannot confirm it entirely. I recommend you take your child to the hospital for a check-up.The above is my suggestion regarding the question "What are the symptoms of liver and kidney yin deficiency in children?" I hope it is helpful to you. Wishing you good health!