Patient's question:
Swollen tongue with teeth marks and bad breath, should I see a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, a dentist, or go to a general hospital for a check-up?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that you seek medical treatment for pulse diagnosis and treatment at a regular public hospital's Traditional Chinese Medicine department. Pay attention to oral hygiene, brush your teeth and rinse your mouth immediately after defecation, drink more water, and eat more fruits and vegetables. Avoid spicy and irritating foods. For patients, if the condition of halitosis is severe, they should seek timely treatment according to the symptoms and use appropriate medications. Otherwise, it may lead to a recurrence of halitosis. Additionally, patients need to pay attention to their diet and psychological care.