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                                            TCM Tongue Diagnosis
                  
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, tongue diagnosis involves examining the tongue's color, shape, moisture, and coating to gain insights into a person's internal health. In the image provided, the tongue appears to have a pale color with a whitish coating and possibly some scalloped edges.
TCM Tongue Diagnosis
 Observations Pale Tongue Color:
 This can suggest a deficiency in qi and blood, potentially pointing to issues like anemia, general weakness, or digestive insufficiency. It may relate to deficiencies in the Spleen (Pi), Lung (Fei), or Heart (Xin) systems.
White Coating: A thin white coating is generally considered normal, but a thicker white coating may indicate cold and dampness in the body, often affecting the Spleen or Stomach. 
Moisture Level: The tongue appears to have a mild moistness, which is typically healthy, though if excessive, it could suggest damp accumulation.Scalloped Edges: Teeth marks or scalloping along the tongue edge suggest Spleen Qi deficiency, according to TCM.
Possible TCM Patterns Spleen Qi Deficiency: Signs include pale and scalloped tongue, fatigue, poor appetite, and weak digestion.
Cold-Damp in Spleen/Stomach: This pattern is suggested by a thicker white coat and pale tongue. Other symptoms could include bloating, loose stools, and heaviness.Recommendations
 Dietary Adjustments: Eat warming and easy-to-digest foods (such as soups and porridges).
Lifestyle: Avoid cold and raw foods, and try to maintain regular meals.
Seek a Practitioner: For a comprehensive TCM diagnosis and treatment plan, consult a qualified TCM practitioner, as tongue diagnosis is only one part of a holistic assessment.
These observations and recommendations are based on standard TCM diagnosis principles, but they do not substitute for an in-person evaluation.
References:Tongue Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine.
Dr. Sachin Chawla PT 
(MADAHS, MD Acu, Government Certified Myo-Kinetic Cupping Therapist, Acupressure Therapist , Auricular Therapist)