Question
When a child’s tongue sticks out thickly, they cannot speak and can only say ‘Mama.’ What could be the cause?
Answer
An abnormal frenulum under the tongue may be one of the reasons for delayed language development in children. It is recommended for parents to take their child to a regular hospital for examination to determine if there is an abnormal frenulum. If so, the doctor will decide whether surgery is needed based on the situation. In addition, parents can adopt some general treatment methods, such as speech therapy, to help improve the child’s language skills. It is important that parents adopt proper treatment methods to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the treatment, and avoid affecting the child’s growth and development.