Question
An 8-month-old baby has recently developed thick, white tongue coating and a loss of appetite. They show a dislike for complementary foods, tend to vomit during feeding, and there is a constant sensation of dry throat with saliva. Parents are unsure whether this is due to the food not being swallowed properly or excessive saliva production.
Answer
Based on the parents’ description, the baby’s thick tongue coating may be a sign of indigestion, which is often related to the baby’s diet. It is recommended that parents take the baby to the hospital for routine blood and stool tests and reduce sugar intake in daily life. These suggestions may help understand the situation of the baby having “thick tongue coating recently” and are hoped to be helpful. Wishing the baby good health!