Patient's question:
The child is now two months old. At birth, it was discovered that the tongue protruded outside the mouth, and it appeared thick, with asymmetry on both sides. The face was also asymmetrical, with torticollis, high muscle tone, recurrent diarrhea, and abdominal distension.Doctor's answer:
First, what you need to pay attention to is that; if the tongue is extended outside and cannot retract, it is called "tongue protrusion"; if the tongue is extended and retracted immediately, moving like a snake's tongue, it is called "tongue flickering." You need to observe this carefully, such as whether the child is crying, whether the temperature is normal, and whether there are other symptoms when the tongue is extended. In abnormal cases, it usually indicates that there is heat in the child's body, and the heat is severe.We know that inherited metabolic diseases in children can cause significant harm to them. If they are not treated in time or if the treatment methods are incorrect, their progression is very rapid, which can bring great harm to the child. Therefore, it is essential to seek professional medical treatment promptly and receive standardized care—this is the key.