The tongue. What can we say? It’s a vital muscle that helps us eat and speak. And, now we’re learning it can reveal important information about our health. Health Care Above All provides a list of the ten most common changes of your tongue.
Go on and take a look in the mirror, we won’t tell. Just keep in mind, if you’ve recently had a red or purple slushy, these won’t apply to you.
1. Normal Tongue ““ Pink, without any traces and color imbalance, with clear and normal layers. Everything is working just fine.
2. Thin White Layer, Visible Traces of The Teeth and Some Red Spots ““ This condition shows a lack of energy and constant fatigue, bad appetite and excessive sweating. It is common for worried and anxious people.
3. Thin Yellow Layer in The Middle and Dark Red Color of The Tongue ““ Typical for people with digestion problems, dehydration and skin diseases. Mood swings are other visible symptom noticed in people with changes like these.
4. Thick White Layer, Swollen Edges ““ Also indicates digestion disorders, or water retention. These people often suffer from fatigue and lethargy.
5. Dark Spots and Purple Tongue ““ Indicatorof possible blood congestion and problems with the veins. Swollen feet, headache, chest pain and dull skin are the most common symptoms noticed in these people.
6. Thin White Layer and Red Tip ““ This condition shows impaired emotional state. The energy builds up in the body and causes frequent inflammations.
7. Red Tongue and White Layers ““ Indicator of increased body temperature possibly caused by infections and skin problems.
8. Thick White Layer, and Pale, Swollen Tongue ““ Possible infection, as well as vitamin and mineral deficiency. Also, if you have pale skin, pain in the pelvis and a feeling that is similar to panic consult your doctor immediately.
9. Small Cuts/Cracks ““ Fungal infections often manifested through sweating, insomnia and irritation.
10. Pale Tongue, No Visible Layers ““ This condition is caused by decreased blood flow, anemia, poor memory and concentration. Women with this condition often have hormonal imbalance.
