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Hi, I have white bumps on the back of my tongue. They are not painful. But I am scared. How to get rid of those white bumps?

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Good morning doctor, I have dry mouth problem for last couple of days because of stress and dehydration. Today I feel one red bump on the back of tongue when I cleaning tongue by finger. It feels on the right side and there is no bump in left side. When i pull my tongue I saw a red bump on back of throat. Not feel any irritation. I am so much worri

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I've been having bumps at the back of tongue since 20 days. Sometimes my ear pain and I feel kinda at the back of my teeth

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You seem to be suffering from hypertropied lingual tonsils which can be normal or may be secondary to reflux laryngopharyngitis which is type of acidity related disorder. You may need to take anti ref ...  Read More

I have developed tongue bumps on back of tongue after almost 4.5 months of covid. Currently, I have been consuming some ayurvedic medicines for dizziness and fatigue. Also have been taking neurobion forte injection alternate days (started 2 days back) and doxcef cv 200 for the toothache started yesterday. Attached is it's pic. Is it something to wo

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Back bumps on all back side area of tongue and white coat appears on my tongue.. And Burning sensation continues in my body.. Plz tell me what is the problem and how can I treat it..

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Bumps on the back can be normal taste buds. If burning sensation is present visit an ENT for examination. ...  Read More

Bumps on back of tongue... They are not painful, but causing discomfort sometimes and also dry coufghing as well. Please help

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It could be hypertrophic taste buds.still can't say accurately without examination.visit an ENT specialist for proper assessment.for dry cough take cough syrup. ...  Read More

Hello I would like to what are these large red bumps on the back of my tongue I've had them for a while now and I'm very curious if this might be something very serious.

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You seem to be looking at circumvillate papillae in the back of the tongue which are normal structures present. Unless they are inflamed causing pain and difficulty in swallowing not much of treatment ...  Read More

I have few visible bumps on back tongue and its been more than a year and it sometimes irritate and causes an itchy and sore throat. Should I be worried?

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Dont worry Attach picture ...  Read More

I noticed 7 day before bump on my back of tongue (6 to 7 bump) and pain in right side ear..................................................is it serious ...I attached image

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I can understand your concern. This looks like tongue papillae hypertrophy. It's better if you can provide more information about your health concern. ...  Read More

Hi.. i am really worried .. there a few bumps at the back of my tongue.. can it be due to dehydration.. cold symptoms occured at the almost the same time.. do i get it checked ? Thanks

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Need...Tab Riboflavin 1 BD Tab Levocetrizin 1 BD For ten days. Repeat if required. ...  Read More

Symptoms: * Red, inflamed tongue with prominent raised bumps since 5 days * Burning sensation and pain, especially while eating. * Whitish coating over the central and back portions of the tongue. * Multiple ulcers on the tongue and inside the cheeks. * Tongue swelling and difficulty eating comfortably. * I can swallow water normally, but eating c

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The photos show a swollen, red tongue with prominent bumps, matching what you have described. This pattern often points to a vitamin B12, iron or folate deficiency, or sometimes a reaction to food, me ...  Read More

A unpainful white boil or white bump on the side tongue due to teeth bite I guess since 8-10 days pls help what to do. Suggest any ointment if it helps

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triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% oral paste can be used for an inflammatory/ulcerative lesion, usually 2–3 times/day after drying the area Chlorhexidine 0.12% mouth wash 2 to 3 time a day for 7 da ...  Read More

Please tell me what is this a small bump on the back of my throat. its not painful and I don't have any other symptoms . I am really scared I just found out today .please help me

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Nothing concerning. It is mostly Lpr. ...  Read More

Having this group of flesh on both sides of tongue from 2 months along with throat pain and dizziness. Recently visited ENT they told it is papillae inflammation.Is anything serious!

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My brother Having infection on both sides of tongue and round shaped group of flesh attached to tongue backsides and also bump from 2 months.No smoking and drinking

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Medications recommended. Further evaluation needed. ...  Read More

Black skin bumps increasing day by day any particular reason for it skin tags also ulin the under arms

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am having long red spots/bumps behind my head. 1-2 pimples as well. All of them appeared after I took a haircut. I also have dandruff and have a lot of hairfall as well. I am currently using anaboom-ad shampoo for my dandruff issue. Is it scalp psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis??

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ...  Read More

Hi. I have this elongated bump at the back wall of the throat for months now. It do not cause any issues and does not grow. It sometimes feels little bit smaller but is relatively same size forever. Is this something normal or should I go to an ENT and get this checked.

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Hey This is a normal anatomical variation - elongated uvula Nothing has to be done untill you have any snoring Moreover you have mild congestion in your throat - could be due to allergies , infecti ...  Read More

Hi two days before found a bumps in oral . Which feels uncomfortable while moving tongue. What could be this. Attached photo here

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Nothing significant although it might feel like a bumb and irritate you a bit... After few days it will be gone... although the mucosa seems congested... You can reach out for that ...  Read More

Last few days having few bump on my tongue deep down where throat start. Sore throat as its been cold and snow here in NL. I thought its ulcer but its like white bump type on tongue deep inside. Medicine or cream or gel ?

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These are normal during allergy or cold conditions it’ll look like big in size otherwise there are normal in the back side of the tongue You can just do salt water gargling and avoid cold and spicy f ...  Read More

Bump kind back of throat .. just found randomly.. what is this... Plz help me.. there is no pain nothing... but confuse what is this

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It's appearing on my elbow It's not getting cured..since many days..same on the back and very pain full. I am diabetic from past 15 yrs and hypertension from 10 yrs and I am facing gut issues tooo

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I keep getting tiny bumps on my forehead and jawline. They go away when I use topical cream dermatologist gives, but come back again. It’s been over a year now. I use the prescribed sunscreen and moisturiser too. My skin is oily and I live in Mumbai. Could this be fungal acne or something else? Nothing seems to work long-term.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello doctors, My daughter is 11 years old. I am attaching a picture which I have taken from Google (since I could not click a pic at the back of tongue). My daughter is constantly coughing. I found similar thing at the back of her tongue. I am very scared. What is it? Please guide me.

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This is normal. It is called the epiglottis. It helps in covering the airway when you swallow you food. It is a normal anatomical structure ...  Read More

Hello!! I have these spots on tongue.. i am little bit tensed about it.. kindly reply if is normal or not?? Thanks in advance..

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It's quite normal for now .....you may have a checkup ...  Read More

Hi doctor, i could see a bump in my tongue all of a sudden I have attached the image kindly let me know anything serious need to address immediately

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Hello I have noticed these black spots on my tongue and back of my tongue I don't know if they were present before It doesn't pain or anything but they are present Can you please check and let me know what they are...

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This is normal. Don't worry. ...  Read More

I have skin texture bump insite my lower lip left side.Its been 2 week not shrinking and don't even have pain also but it irritate when touching by tongue. Please help what to do.

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Ulcers on tongue..painful white blisters from past 20 days...coming back after hot foods and spicy food... It went off again I eat groundnut boiled...it came back Am allergic to ground nut Applying quadragel... Now pain is reduced but not cured completely Pls help It's irritating me a lot Any problem

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A picture is required as there are many lesions which occurs on tounge. You may consult a dentist soon at a clinic . ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, There's small red bump on back of my throat. There is mild irritation inside throat and runny nose apart from this no other symptoms. Please look into attached pictures(small red bump is highlighted in pic). Thanks for the support

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