Patient's question:
Recently, I've had an unusually large amount of saliva. When I went to the hospital, they said it was caused by gastritis, but the medication hasn't helped. Is it possible that the teeth marks on my tongue are due to damp-heat in the spleen and stomach?Doctor's answer:
Friend, excessive saliva is commonly associated with poor oral hygiene, neurological adjustment disorders, malocclusion of the front teeth, and so on. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, it is considered that the issue may be due to spleen deficiency and excessive dampness.Friend, first and foremost, you need to pay attention to oral hygiene and develop the habit of brushing your teeth in the morning and evening, as well as rinsing your mouth after meals. It is recommended that you visit a regular hospital for a follow-up examination to identify the underlying causes.
For patients with gastritis, daily treatment primarily involves symptomatic medication. Patients can take various oral medications, supplemented with vitamins, and should pay attention to their diet by consuming light, soft, and easily digestible foods.