Tongue with teeth marks is Damp-Heat or Cold-Dampness

Tongue with teeth marks is generally a sign of spleen deficiency and internal storage of water-dampness (water-dampness stays in the body), however, it may be cold-dampness or damp-heat, which should be judged in conjunction with other manifestations of the tongue as well as the symptoms. In Chinese medicine, a tongue with teeth marks is called a tongue with teeth marks, and the appearance of this phenomenon mostly indicates the presence of spleen deficiency and water-dampness in the body. Generally speaking, if the tongue is pale, fat and with teeth marks, it is mostly considered to be the congestion of cold and dampness, or the internal storage of water and dampness in yang deficiency. If accompanied by cold hands and feet, abdominal pain, refusal to be pressed, and a sunken pulse, then it is cold-damp congestion. If the tongue is red and swollen with teeth marks, and accompanied by a sticky mouth, heavy limbs (limb weakness, fatigue), sticky stools, etc., then it is considered to be the internalization of dampness-heat. Specific identification or should consult a physician, under the guidance of the physician for treatment.