Tongue state
Red Tongue with Greasy Yellow Coating
Schematic illustration, not a photograph
Schematic illustration, not a photograph.
Description
Tongue somewhat red, covered by a thick, greasy yellow coating that adheres tightly; sometimes with a grayish tinge.
Significance
Indicates internal damp-heat; damp and heat combine to lodge in the middle and lower burners, obstructing the qi dynamic.
Related tongue states
Take a tongue photo and see which pattern is closest.
Open tongue check