Herbal Remedies For Coated Tongue /white tongue (Efu /Awon funfun)

In this work babalawo Obanifa will explain in detail herbal remedies for coated tongue or white tongue . The cause and symptoms of white or coated tongue will be discuss, the concluding Parr will also explains in detail different herbal remedies available in Yoruba herbal medicine to cure coated or white tongue.  www.nhs.co.uk have define coated tongue thus : coated or white tongue occurs when the surface is colonised by bacteria or fungi, and dead cells become trapped between the small nodules on the tongue.
A coated tongue isn't a disease and isn't usually a sign of anything serious. It's usually only
temporary.
You can try gently brushing it with a tongue scraper and drinking plenty of water to help it improve.

However, sometimes a coated tongue can indicate an infection or more serious condition. You should see your  health practioner for advice if:
you're concerned about changes to the appearance of your tongue
your tongue hurts

your coated tongue persists for longer than two weeks

Note that in a minority of people, a coated tongue may never return to its normal colour or texture, even after treatment.

Common causes of white plaques on the tongue

Leukoplakia

Leukoplakia is a common condition that results in a white patch in the mouth, which sometimes appears on the tongue. The patch is usually painless but cannot be removed by brushing or scraping.
This white patch seems to be the result of too many cells being produced from the lining of the mouth and a protein called keratin being deposited. Leukoplakia can develop when the tongue has been irritated, and is linked with drinking too much alcohol and also with smoking.
Although not usually dangerous, in a few cases leukoplakia turns cancerous, often many years or even decades after it first appears.
It's important that your mouth is regularly examined by a dentist or doctor to ensure any leukoplakia isn't increasing in size or changing, or that new areas of leukoplakia are not developing.

Your dentist or specialist will usually be able to tell the difference between a white tongue caused by leukoplakia and a coated tongue.

Oral lichen planus

Oral lichen planus (lichen planus of the mouth) is a long-term disorder of the immune system that causes white lacy streaks and white patches in the mouth, including on the tongue.
Mild cases do not usually cause any pain or discomfort, although it can cause burning sensations and discomfort in the mouth, painful red gums and sore patches in the lining of the mouth.
The exact cause of oral lichen planus is unknown. It doesn't run in families and can't be passed on to other people.
Mild cases will not need any treatment. More severe cases can be managed with an antiseptic mouthwash plus steroid sprays or steroid tablets dissolved in water to make a mouth rinse.

Oral thrush

Oral thrush is a yeast infection in the mouth caused by a fungus. It can cause a burning sensation on the tongue as well as sore white plaques that can be scraped off (although it may sometimes appear as a red patch).
You are more likely to develop oral thrush if you:
have diabetes
are a certain age (oral thrush is more common in infants and elderly people)
often take antibiotics
have an iron deficiency or B-vitamin deficiency
have a weakened immune system
wear dentures
You should see your health practical  if you think you have oral thrush. If it's left untreated, the symptoms will persist and your mouth will continue to be uncomfortable. Treatment is with antifungal medicines.


Syphilis

Syphilis is a bacterial infection usually caught by having sex with someone who is infected.
Syphilis can cause a small painless sore or ulcer on the tongue if caught from having oral sex. This appears from 10 days to three months after exposure to the infection. Treatment is with a single dose of penicillin.
If left untreated, syphilis may lead to white plaques on the tongue called syphilitic leukoplakia.

Herbal Remedies For Coated Tongue Or White Tongue In yoruba Herbal medicine

*.Eya Orun (alum) iyere (piper guineense) kanhun bilala (trona)  omi  osan wewe (lime orange  juice with scientific name Citrus Aurantifolia). You will grind the item together and put it inside lime orange juice. Uses. Use it to wash out your tongue and mouth. Drink little out of it. It can also cure sore mouth and Gingivitis.

*. Eya Orun (alum) iyo isebe (table salt) imi ojo dudu (Copper sulphate) Ewe Agogo igun tabi Igbe ori akuko (leave of Helitropium Indicum)..  Grind every aforementioned item to fine powder or paste. Uses :use brush or chewing stick to touch it and use it to brush the tongue.

*. Oje igi Ogege (sap of Jatropha multifida) igi tabi pako igi Ogege (stem or chewing stick of Jatropha multifida), Owu etutu (cotton wool)). Obtain the sap of Jatropha multifida. Soak the cotton wool with the sap. Use the soaked cotton wool to clean and scrub your tongue. You can swallow small quantities. Soak cotton wool  inside sap of Jatropha multifida is usually use for children. In case of adult use chewing stick of Jatropha multifida to clean up the mouth. You can swallow part of the sap.

*. Ewe ati igi Agogo igun tabi gbere akuko (leave and stem of Helitropium Indicum) ata wewe pupa (mature Capsicum Frutescencs), Egbo Ifon tabi uroyin (root of Olaf subscorpipda) Eeru alamo(Xylopia aethiopica) iyo obe (table salt) egbo tude tabi arunpale (root of Calliandra portoricensis), omikan tabi omidun, omi ori ogi (supernatant of fermented corn paste). Put all the aforementioned item in a pot. Pour the supernatant of fermented corn paste on it.. Boil it for forty minutes. Uses :take it when it is still hot or warm one glass two times a day. This can also be use to treat black Hairy tongue.

*. Eya Orun (Alum) ata wewe pupa (mature ripe (Capsicum Frutescencs), Egbo gbogbonise (Roots of Uvaria afzelii), Eepo igi asaragba (bark stem of Bridelia micrantha, Eepo Igi ira inu igbo (Bark of Bridelia Ferruginea) omi osan wewe (lime orange juice with scientific citrus Aurantifolia). Grind every thing together in moderate quantity. But the quantity of alum and pepper must be high.. Pour it inside lime orange juice. Shake it well. Uses :uses one table spoon should be taken three times a day. You can also take a little. It is also a good herbal cure for Black Hairy tongue.

*. Alubosa elewe (leafy onion with scientific name Allium aescalonicum) Egbo gbogbonise (Uvaria afzelii) Eepo oganwo (bark of Khaya grandifolia) kafura (camphor) otin (dry gin or schnapps). Every aforementioned item should be grind together and pour inside bottle of dry gin. Put one camphor inside the bottle and allow it to disolve. Uses :use it one table spoon three times a day. Drink little out to wash and clean your mouth and throat.

*. Eya Orun (alum), ata wewe (Capsicum Frutescencs) Eepo igi lapalapa (bark of Jatropha curcas) epo igi ira odan ((bark Bridelia ferruginea) clean the bark stem wash it clean with water. Chop it into pieces. Put inside bottle or clean plastic with cover. Put it inside pour lime orange juice on it.. Uses :take it one table soon once a day. Use part of it to wash your mouth.
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