Question 1

are bumps in the back of your throat normal? i have these red bumps in the back of my throat, and my tongue is white does that have anything to do with the bumps and how do i get rid of the bumps?

Accepted Answer

The : The bumps on the back of your tongue are called papillae. They are normal, however they can increase in size when an infection is present. The fact that your tongue is white leads me to believe you may be dealing with an oral fungal infection called thrush. You will need to see a doctor to confirm the diagnosis and start treatment.
All the best.

Question 2

red bumps on back of throat normal?

Accepted Answer

Normal but see doc: It's probably just some lymph tissue and it is normal.  If you have further concerns, i recommend you see your doctor for evaluation.

Question 3

what are the yellow/clear bumps in the back of my throat? is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Likely normal: Normally there are collections of lymphoid tissue in the back of the throat that my look like small bumps.
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Question 4

is it normal to have little bumps on the back and side of your throat.

Accepted Answer

Usually: Normal to have some things from time to time. Larger or painful or persistent issues need follow up with a medical professional.

Question 5

is it normal to have white sesame seed type bumps in the back of my throat?

Accepted Answer

Tonsillolith: Tonsillolith is a calcification occuring in the tonsil as a result of chronic inflammation.  Most commonly tonsilloliths are intratonsillar and are asymptomatic.  They have been identified incidentally.  Commonly patients with tonsillolith complain of foul breath and throat pain. Consult your ENT dr for diagnosis.

Question 6

i have this swollen little bump in the way back of my throat on the left side. i have to turn my head to the right to see it. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It could be normal anatomy of the region. It is true however that anatomy favors bilateral symmetry. If the condition worsens or you are worried consult with an md, especially an ENT (otorhinolaryngologist).

Question 7

i have little bumps all over the back of my throat. some are a little bigger than others. i've had em for as long as i can remember. are they normal?

Accepted Answer

Probably: It is probably lymphoid tissue. Lymphoid tissue is responsible for making components of your immune system to fight infection.

Question 8

i found i have a bunch of painless bumps on the back of my tongue going down the back side of my throat. are they normal? they are causing throat itch

Accepted Answer

Taste Buds: These are your taste buds and yes they are normal.

Question 9

my throat is kinda soar, and there's a pink bump on the back of my throat. the veins are dark purple. is that normal ??

Accepted Answer

Probably normal.: Hard to say without looking, but there are often pink bumps on the back of the throat which are nothing but little patches of white cells and supporting tissue.  Sore throat can be associated with a little accentuation of the normal.

Question 10

does my oropharynx look "normal"? the bumps on the back of my throat scare me, as well as the white spot i see by my tonsil.

Accepted Answer

See doctor: You did not mention whether this is a recent finding or something which has been present for months or years since this makes a big difference in management. If this is recent, see doctor to make sure that it is not a strep throat or from mono .

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Are bumps in the back of your throat normal? i have these red bumps in the back of my throat, and my tongue is white does that have anything to do with the bumps and how do i get rid of the bumps?

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Red bumps on back of throat normal?

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What are the yellow/clear bumps in the back of my throat? is this normal?

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Is it normal to have little bumps on the back and side of your throat.

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Is it normal to have white sesame seed type bumps in the back of my throat?

A member asked:

I have this swollen little bump in the way back of my throat on the left side. i have to turn my head to the right to see it. is this normal?

A member asked:

I have little bumps all over the back of my throat. some are a little bigger than others. i've had em for as long as i can remember. are they normal?

A member asked:

I found i have a bunch of painless bumps on the back of my tongue going down the back side of my throat. are they normal? they are causing throat itch

A member asked:

My throat is kinda soar, and there's a pink bump on the back of my throat. the veins are dark purple. is that normal ??

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Does my oropharynx look "normal"? the bumps on the back of my throat scare me, as well as the white spot i see by my tonsil.

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