Question 1

i've just noticed a very small lump on my uvula, it's not red and barely shows up on camera (i suffer from hay fever). what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Irritation : A small bump on the uvula could be due to irritation from post nasal drainage which is caused by your allergies. If it grows, becomes painful or you have any other worrisome symptoms, please see doctor. ENT physician will be able to assess

Question 2

feeling something stuck on back of tongue. feels like theres something on back of my uvula. small lumps on side of tongue also. white spot near tonsil?

Accepted Answer

Get it evaluated: That sensation at the back of your uvula is concerning since it suggests a mass that could cause swallowing issues or hinder breathing, and you may need immediate attention . Additionally, a healthcare professional can assess for other things such as postnasal drip, mononucleosis, retropharyngeal abscess, and others, depending on the specifics of your case.

Question 3

hi my son is 6 and he is blinking his eyes alot when i ask he says they burn a little.  he has this very dry hard cough and says his throat is ticklish and water  dripping when i look in his throat there are small little bumps and lumps behind uvula?

Accepted Answer

Infection : It would be helpful to have the child's paediatrician examine him. The symptoms mentioned are consistent with an upper respiratory infection that can also affect the lining of both eyes and cause his eye symptoms. A quick exam can clarify the diagnosis and lead to a treatment plan.

Question 4

ive been having small whitish lumps/bumps inside my throat around my uvula and tonsils, and almost near my teeth but not on my gums. no pain, but feels of hair like stuck inside my throat. small red line/veins like across my whole oropharynx. been?

Accepted Answer

Thrush: A white rash in the back of the mouth may be caused by a yeast infection, "thrush."  It is treated with a special medicine.  Other possibilities include infections and inflammation.  If condition lasts more than a few days, see a doctor.

Question 5

i have a small lump inside my mouth, what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Lots of things: There is insufficient room with this type of forum to even list all the possibilities.  The lack of additional information prevents us from even listing some more likely ones.  You need to see your dentist who can actually see what you are referring to in order to give you a definitive diagnosis.  It could be normal, benign or serious.  Set up that appointment today.

Question 6

small painless lump on inside of mouth where i bit it?

Accepted Answer

Need attentiom: It could be a malaligned teeth, but have to see dental surgeon to rule out oral cancer.

Question 7

i have two small hard lumps on the inside of my mouth on the wall of my right front mouth should i get it checked?

Accepted Answer

Mouth bumps: Most likely benign, possible mucocele but needs to examined by an ent.

Question 8

small lump in mouth - inner left cheek. never been there before. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Depends : If it os painful it might be herpes or other viral disease check out with your provider.

Question 9

have a lump where tongue connects to mouth.. very little pain kind of hard! gets small but grows back, what could it be..

Accepted Answer

Probably ranula: Your description is consistent with a salivary Gland cyst.  Consult an oral surgeon or ENT.

Question 10

i have a small lump on the floor of my mouth it doesn't hurt and it doesn't move i just noticed it 2 days ago what is this i'm very nervous

Accepted Answer

Could be...: Normal anatomy in this area includes various lumps and bumps.  If this is one you have just noticed or it has changed in size or shape or color, it would be wise to have your dentist evaluate it for you.

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Small lump on uvula

A member asked:

I've just noticed a very small lump on my uvula, it's not red and barely shows up on camera (i suffer from hay fever). what can it be?

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Feeling something stuck on back of tongue. feels like theres something on back of my uvula. small lumps on side of tongue also. white spot near tonsil?

A member asked:

Hi my son is 6 and he is blinking his eyes alot when i ask he says they burn a little. he has this very dry hard cough and says his throat is ticklish and water dripping when i look in his throat there are small little bumps and lumps behind uvula?

A member asked:

Ive been having small whitish lumps/bumps inside my throat around my uvula and tonsils, and almost near my teeth but not on my gums. no pain, but feels of hair like stuck inside my throat. small red line/veins like across my whole oropharynx. been?

A member asked:

I have a small lump inside my mouth, what could it be?

A member asked:

Small painless lump on inside of mouth where i bit it?

A member asked:

I have two small hard lumps on the inside of my mouth on the wall of my right front mouth should i get it checked?

A member asked:

Small lump in mouth - inner left cheek. never been there before. what could this be?

A member asked:

Have a lump where tongue connects to mouth.. very little pain kind of hard! gets small but grows back, what could it be..

A member asked:

I have a small lump on the floor of my mouth it doesn't hurt and it doesn't move i just noticed it 2 days ago what is this i'm very nervous

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