what does it mean when u have bumps in the back of your tongue?
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Lie bumps (transient lingual papillitis) About half of us experience lie bumps at some point. These little white or red bumps form when papillae become irritated and slightly swollen. It's not always clear why this happens, but it may be related to stress, hormones, or particular foods.
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No one knows what causes these small, painful blisters inside your mouth. Triggers include hypersensitivity, infection, hormones, stress, and not getting enough of some vitamins. Also called aphthous ulcers, canker sores can show up on the tongue, cheek, even your gums. They usually last a week or two.
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If you have fissures in your tongue, it's likely no cause for concern. In fact, certain types of grooves or cracks are considered simply a variation of a normal tongue. Sometimes called a plicated or scrotal tongue, this condition is often harmless.
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The small bumps on the surface of your tongue, called papillae, grow throughout your lifetime.
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BUMPS TO EXPECT WITHIN YOUR MOUTH As are the tiny bumps that often appear on the outside of your lips. These are not harmful, and are normal for nearly everyone. Bumps that appear when you lift up your tongue are often normal, as well.
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While green tongue has many causes, it's often a sign of a bacterial, fungal, or yeast overgrowth. If there are lesions in the mouth, these substances can cause serious infections. It's important to seek treatment for a green tongue right away.
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People can usually treat mild head injuries at home. However, people with severe head injuries or symptoms of concussion should seek immediate medical attention. Other causes of bumps on the back of the head can include cysts, fatty growths, inflamed hair follicles, and bone spurs.
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Causes of tongue pain Inflamed papillae, or taste buds, are small, painful bumps that appear after an injury from a bite or irritation from hot foods. A canker sore is another common cause of pain on or under the tongue. This is a small, white or yellow sore that can occur for no apparent reason.
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Enlarged papillae: Bumps at the back of tongue could be the result of enlarged papillae (taste buds) due to irritation. Oral thrush: Yeast infection that can be caused by steroids, antibiotics (as they kill good bacteria) or diabetes; most commonly seen in the elderly or small children.
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We all have bumps on our tongues. Usually the same color as the rest of the tongue, these bumps, known as fungiform papillae, are often unnoticeable, contributing to a rough texture. They contain our taste buds and temperature sensors, making them instrumental in how we consume food.
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A tongue without any small bumps on the top may look glossy red. You may get it if you don't get enough of some nutrients like iron, folic acid, or B vitamins. Infections, celiac disease, or some medications can also cause it. If you have patches of smooth areas next to bumpy ones, it could be geographic tongue.
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Causes of tongue pain Inflamed papillae, or taste buds, are small, painful bumps that appear after an injury from a bite or irritation from hot foods. A canker sore is another common cause of pain on or under the tongue.
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If your lie bumps are accompanied by other symptoms, you may have eruptive lingual papillitis. Eruptive lingual papillitis has the same distinct red or white painful bumps, but it's possibly caused by a virus. This means it's contagious.
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Lie bumps are small red or white bumps that appear on the tongue. These bumps can be painful and uncomfortable. Even though they appear quickly, they also typically resolve in several days and often don't require treatment.
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Boils. A red, painful, pus-filled bump on the back of the neck may be a boil. Boils, or furuncles, result from localized bacterial infections, which means that the infection is not affecting the surrounding skin or tissues. Cysts, acne, and blocked hair follicles can become infected and turn into boils.
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A bump on the back of the head has many possible causes, including injuries, cysts, fatty growths, inflamed hair follicles, and bone spurs. Bumps on this part of the body can be hard or soft, and they can vary in size. Injuries are a common cause of bumps and lumps on the back of the head.
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In most cases, a scalloped tongue occurs due to swelling or inflammation of the tongue. Tongue swelling is also called macroglossia. Each cause of macroglossia or swelling of the tongue results in other symptoms too. Knowing the different symptoms can help you understand what might be at the root of your tongue issues.