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How does Chinese medicine differentiate red spots on the tongue


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TCM syndrome differentiation of red spots on the tongue includes rising liver-fire, excessive fire due to yin deficiency, blood heat, etc.
1. Rising liver-fire
In TCM theory, the color and shape of the tongue can reflect the condition of the human body's internal organs. Rising liver-fire caused by emotional instability, excessive stress or improper diet and other reasons may affect the color of the tongue and cause red spots.
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Excessive fire due to yin deficiency caused by long-term mental stress, insomnia, overwork or improper diet, etc., can also cause the tongue to be stimulated, often accompanied by red spots on the tongue.
3. Blood heat and blood
heat can be caused by inflammation, infection, etc. in the body, and the patient's tongue will also be damaged during the disease, which may lead to red spots on the tongue.
It is recommended that patients who find abnormal conditions on the tongue seek medical attention promptly and receive diagnosis and treatment from a professional Chinese medicine practitioner.