Most internal diseases affect the appearance of the tongue. In childhood, yellow plaque is not always a cause for concern. It is very important to pay attention to a number of nuances.
Instructions
Step 1
The main reason for the appearance of a yellow plaque in a child's tongue is problems with immunity. However, in some cases, this effect occurs in the presence of diseases of the liver and gastrointestinal tract. You should not experiment and use traditional medicine methods to eliminate yellowness, but it is better to immediately seek the advice of a specialist. The best option is to undergo a full examination.
Step 2
If the results of the examination do not reveal serious deviations in the child's health, then you should pay attention, after which the child's tongue begins to turn yellow. Quite often, plaque appears after eating certain foods. In this case, there is no cause for concern. The best way to get rid of yellowness is to teach the child hygiene and proper cleaning not only of the teeth, but also of the tongue.
Step 3
Yellow plaque can appear on the tongue and due to any infectious diseases. Often, the effect occurs, for example, after taking certain medications. In this case, the natural shade returns after undergoing a course of treatment. However, you still need to brush your tongue.
Step 4
In adults and children, a yellow coating on the tongue appears for various reasons. For example, a child cannot be the cause of such changes - excessive consumption of coffee or smoking. If the plaque does not appear after eating food, you do not give the child medications and there are no liver or kidney diseases, then attention should be paid to the child's appetite. The fact is that in some cases, yellow plaque can be a harbinger of gastritis or stomach ulcers. If a child is sick of any food, he feels pain or heaviness in the stomach, then a visit to a gastroenterologist will be a mandatory action on the part of the parents.
Step 5
If plaque appears only on the lateral parts of the tongue, then this may be a sign of a disease of the respiratory system and lungs. Plaque located closer to the base of the tongue can be a signal of the presence of diseases of the nasopharynx.
