Patient's question:
I am a female, 34 years old, with bad breath for over two years. I don't have constipation, and my diet is normal. I rarely eat spicy food and often add ginger when stir-frying dishes. The main issue is that the on the back of my tongue near the throat is thick, with very hard red spots. When I scrape the off the back of my tongue, it has a foul smell. The on the tip of my tongue does not smell. I also have pharyngitis and no tartar. My hands and feet are cold in winter. What should I do about the red hard spots on the back of my tongue with bad breath?Doctor's answer:
Your halitosis with red, hard spots at the base of the tongue is believed in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to be caused by kidney deficiency, yin deficiency, and internal fire ascending. TCM holds that the base of the tongue reflects the condition of the kidneys. Based on your situation, it is recommended to adopt TCM acupuncture and moxibustion methods for early conditioning and treatment. TCM acupuncture can diagnose and treat your symptoms comprehensively, providing a holistic evaluation and targeted therapy.Facing the harm of halitosis, patients should promptly follow the principle of symptomatic treatment and avoid delaying medical consultation. If halitosis persists despite treatment, it is essential to promptly adjust the treatment plan.