In the process of taking care of their baby's growth, the biggest concern for parents is that their baby's body may have abnormalities. So parents also observe their children's physical condition in daily life, and when they find abnormalities, they want to investigate the cause and make adjustments. For example, if a baby's tongue coating is white, what is the reason for a 3-year-old baby's tongue coating being white?
1. Maldigestion: There are many reasons that can lead to thick and white tongue coating in babies, most of which are caused by indigestion. The baby's digestive system is not yet fully developed, and the secretion of stomach acid and digestive enzymes is relatively low. The activity of digestive enzymes is also low, so it is difficult to adapt to the huge changes in food quality and quantity in daily life. In addition, the baby's nervous system has poor regulation of the gastrointestinal tract, poor immune function, and is prone to digestive disorders, leading to poor appetite and white tongue coating.
2. Goose mouth sores: There is another condition where a baby's tongue coating is white, which is due to the growth of goose mouth sores. It may be due to the invasion of microorganisms in the baby's mouth, such as the accumulation of food residue, which provides an opportunity for bacteria to invade, or if kitchen utensils are not cleaned and disinfected properly, the baby may be infected with bacteria and suffer from thrush. White tongue coating is also one of the symptoms of thrush, parents should take their babies to the hospital for timely examination and treatment.
3. Spleen deficiency and dampness: The baby's tongue coating is thick and greasy, which may also be caused by excessive spleen deficiency and dampness. Babies may also experience symptoms such as poor appetite, thirst, and loose stools. You can give your baby some medicines that regulate the spleen and stomach to help with recovery.
