Question
My child’s throat is hoarse, and there are red spots on the tip of his tongue. Is this due to a fire or too high indoor temperatures? He keeps sticking out his tongue, looking very uncomfortable. What should I do? Additional question: I want him to get better quickly, what can he eat? Like cooling foods, he is six months old.
Answer
Numbness on the tip of the tongue may be caused by slow blood flow, increased blood viscosity, microcirculatory changes, regional undercirculation, or insufficient brain blood supply. It is recommended to check if blood lipids, blood sugar, and blood pressure have increased, as well as if blood viscosity has increased. Additionally, numbness on the tip of the tongue may also be a precursor to ischemic cerebrovascular disease, with symptoms possibly including numbness in half of the body, speech disorders, weakness in all limbs, increased blood pressure, dizziness, and headaches. Based on your description, it may be due to heat, but since a comprehensive examination cannot be conducted, it is recommended that you take your child to the hospital for a check-up and treatment. Wishing your child a quick recovery.