Tongue Color Analysis for Medical Diagnosis
Researchers in Iraq and Australia have developed a computer algorithm that can analyze the color of a person's tongue to detect medical conditions with 98% accuracy. The technology is inspired by traditional Chinese medicine and could be used for diagnosing diabetes, stroke, anemia, asthma, and more.
Key Points
- 98% accuracy in detecting medical conditions based on tongue color
- Inspired by traditional Chinese medicine practice of tongue examination
- Technology could diagnose diabetes, stroke, anemia, asthma, and more
- Potential for smartphone app development for medical diagnosis
Pros
- High accuracy in detecting medical conditions
- Potential for a smartphone app to diagnose various diseases
- Efficient and user-friendly method for disease screening
Cons
- Hurdles include patient reluctance to provide data
- Possible misleading reflections captured by the camera