Question 1

i have these painless small bumps under my tongue. they are flesh colored and not sure if i've always had them. wondering if to worry. ?

Accepted Answer

Clinical Examination: The small bumps under my tongue can be signs of harmless or serious conditions, depending on its nature. If the bumps did not go away in 2-3 weeks, it would be best if you visited a dentist for clinical exam in order to find out the cause.

Question 2

small painless clear bump appeared under my tongue a few hours ago w/ a small blood dot next to it, i did not have oral sex at all. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Your explanation : Seems to suggest a minor trauma caused this lesion. It should resolve in a few days. If you do not see resolution fairly quickly please see your dentist, a periodontist  or an oral surgeon for an exam.

Question 3

what is a painless bump on mu daughters tongue (side)?

Accepted Answer

I do not know: a guess would be an apthous ulcer like lesion or cyst, but an exam is needed to diagnose it for sure.

Question 4

small, white, painless bump on tip of tongue. what is this?

Accepted Answer

Papilloma: It is probably a papilloma or a fibroma

papillomas are viral and usually rough shaped

fibromas usually come from trauma and are smooth.

Question 5

i have bumps at the end of my tongue - no pain.  i have this for 3 months now. what are these?

Accepted Answer

Normal taste buds: These are usually normal taste buds that have become maybe slightly more noticable. Often happens with eating certain foods, particularly more acidic ones like oranges. Unless they become painful, very discolored,  or enlarge further, you usually do not need to worry about them.

Question 6

im worried about these small painless bumps on the back of my tongue what could be the problem? please help

Accepted Answer

They : They may be taste buds. Can't tell over the internet.

Have your dentist or physician take a look.

Question 7

small painless bumps underneath my tongue, clear in color, doesn't look like i can pop them. i've had them a while. ?

Accepted Answer

Mucocele?: If they are not growing large, not painful, etc then they may be mucoceles, which are trapped saliva. It could also be swollen salivary glands/ducts. See a dentist or ENT physician if you're concerned.

Question 8

i have these painless bumps on my tongue they're the same color as my tongue. i noticed them about 3 weeks ago what could they be?

Accepted Answer

Taste buds: They are your taste buds also known as papillae.  Do a google search if you want more information.

Question 9

i have a white line/bump on the side of my tongue. it's been there for a little over a month now and it's completely painless. i don't smoke.

Accepted Answer

GLAD: you are NOT a smoker...the white line/bump is due to an irritation possibly by the sharp edge of a filling!!! Check it out with your DENTIST!

Hope this helps!
Dr Z

Question 10

what is a painless bump on my daughter's tongue (side). she is 2 years old?

Accepted Answer

Bump: She may have bitten her tongue, but best check it out with your dentist

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I have these painless small bumps under my tongue. they are flesh colored and not sure if i've always had them. wondering if to worry. ?

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Small painless clear bump appeared under my tongue a few hours ago w/ a small blood dot next to it, i did not have oral sex at all. what is it?

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What is a painless bump on mu daughters tongue (side)?

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Small, white, painless bump on tip of tongue. what is this?

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I have bumps at the end of my tongue - no pain. i have this for 3 months now. what are these?

A member asked:

Im worried about these small painless bumps on the back of my tongue what could be the problem? please help

A member asked:

Small painless bumps underneath my tongue, clear in color, doesn't look like i can pop them. i've had them a while. ?

A member asked:

I have these painless bumps on my tongue they're the same color as my tongue. i noticed them about 3 weeks ago what could they be?

A member asked:

I have a white line/bump on the side of my tongue. it's been there for a little over a month now and it's completely painless. i don't smoke.

A member asked:

What is a painless bump on my daughter's tongue (side). she is 2 years old?

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