Patient's question:
Medical history for five years. In the morning, there is yellow and greasy coating on the tongue with bitter taste in the mouth. Symptoms decrease in the morning and soften in the afternoon. Halitosis, dry mouth, and a lack of thirst, with a sensation of heat in the mouth. Both Chinese and Western medicine have been consulted, with some improvement, but symptoms recur after stopping medication and have not resolved on their own. Some doctors say it's a problem with the spleen and stomach, while others say it's a liver and gallbladder issue. The most comforting thought is that if the frequency of urination and defecation increases, the symptoms significantly decrease, and the tongue coating is no longer yellow, although this happens very rarely. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Based on the situation you described, the recurrence of such symptoms is likely related to dysregulation of your gut microbiota function and endocrine system. Given your history of Helicobacter pylori infection, it is recommended to take medication according to the prescribed course for symptomatic treatment. In daily life, you can consume a variety of probiotics to promote gut motility. In addition to treating halitosis, patients are advised to pay attention to their diet and maintain a positive mood in daily life to enhance their physical condition and slow down the recovery process.