Patient's question:
The child seems to have excessive internal heat, as the breath smells bad, and the middle of the lower lip has cracked.Previous treatment and effectiveness:
The child has seen a doctor, taken medicine, and even received injections. The village doctor seemed to say it was due to a lack of vitamins, but after a week, it hasn’t improved.
Desired help:
I hope my son’s mouth can heal on its own.
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 often signifies a deficiency in riboflavin, or an excess of heat in the spleen and stomach, as well as a fiery yang deficiency.Eat fresh vegetables rich in vitamins, but avoid consuming too many oranges, as they are aromatic and warm in nature. Overeating them can easily cause digestive issues, making the lips even drier. It is recommended to drink more water regularly, and not to lick the lips when they are cracked.