A tongue coating that is dark brown or black, usually indicating extreme Heat consuming Yin, severe Cold, or prolonged illness.
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Black Coating belongs to the Tongue Diagnosis group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.
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