Question 1

hi, had a flu and it is better but it hurts to swallow, the back of my tongue is painful constantly and so are my ears with no redness?

Accepted Answer

May be inflamed: "Flu" is the condition caused by the influenza virus with symptoms of runny nose, fever, sore throat and cough.  However, lay people tend to call the ailment that causes vomiting and diarrhea flu also.  If you had vomiting with your bout of  flu, it would not be unusual to have persistent inflammation in the esophagus, back of throat and tongue with referred pain to the ears for a couple of days.

Question 2

can red lumps at the back of the tongue be any kind of sti or std?

Accepted Answer

Must be seen: The most likely cause of the bumps on the back of your tongue is that they are normal taste buds. If you have fears of sti or std, the only prudent course is to get a physical exam to know for sure what your situation is.

Question 3

what cause red bumps in back of the tongue and white coating on top of the tongue?

Accepted Answer

Oral Thrush : Could be an infection with yeast (candida).

Question 4

finally got rid of it white tongue with patches using  avohex mouth wash red 300ml but there is still small amount white stuff in the back of the tongue small amount should i still be worried or need of going to dentist for a check up.

Accepted Answer

Find peace...: You were obviously worried enuf to mention your problem here, so why not give yourself some peace of mind and go get that area looked at.  There might be more than just what you can see and no one needs any color patches in their mouth...let alone sharing it with some unsuspecting person.

Question 5

white tongue a few days now, a red throat with red spots there & back of the tongue. no fever, no sore throat.

Accepted Answer

Oral yeast?: Could be an oral yeast infection, or a simple coated tongue that needs to be cleaned of its coating thru use of a tongue scraper (available on internet).  Also could be an allergy to something eaten or used in the mouth.  If problem persists or is accompanied later on by pain or fever, see an oral health professional.

Question 6

i've got massive red dots at the back of my tongue what are they?

Accepted Answer

Tongue structures: These are most likely circumvallate papillae which are dome-like structures found on the back of the tongue. They may appear reddened if they have been irritated. They are normal and provide some taste recognition. There is also an area around the base that releases saliva.

Question 7

what does it mean if you have red lumps on the back of your tongue?

Accepted Answer

Normal: There are thousands of bump(papillia) on the tongue.  These bump and taste buds are various shapes and sizes with multiple functions.  On the back of the tongue, there is a band of large lumps usually in a v-shaped pattern.  You may be looking at them.  If want to be sure consult your dentist about your concern.

Question 8

what does it mean when you get red bunps on the back of your tongue after having tonsillitis?

Accepted Answer

Sequellae: Most probably is part of the whole process of infection/inflammation of the area.
Should be part of the normal healing process.
If they grow and start to ulcerate, you should seek professional advise.

Question 9

i have a couple red dots towards the back of my tongue and i was wondering what they may be. i'm just getting over a cold, if that is any help.

Accepted Answer

Hard to tell: Without seeing you and feeling the areas it is hard to tell.  It may be normal or something that has developed that requires treatment.  If it is not gone in two weeks have a dentist take a look for an evaluation.

Question 10

curious as to why are there red bumps at the back of my tongue?

Accepted Answer

Mostly normal: These are your taste buds, and everyone has them. The only reason for concern is if they change size, shape, or color.

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Hi, had a flu and it is better but it hurts to swallow, the back of my tongue is painful constantly and so are my ears with no redness?

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Can red lumps at the back of the tongue be any kind of sti or std?

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What cause red bumps in back of the tongue and white coating on top of the tongue?

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Finally got rid of it white tongue with patches using avohex mouth wash red 300ml but there is still small amount white stuff in the back of the tongue small amount should i still be worried or need of going to dentist for a check up.

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White tongue a few days now, a red throat with red spots there & back of the tongue. no fever, no sore throat.

A member asked:

I've got massive red dots at the back of my tongue what are they?

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What does it mean if you have red lumps on the back of your tongue?

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What does it mean when you get red bunps on the back of your tongue after having tonsillitis?

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I have a couple red dots towards the back of my tongue and i was wondering what they may be. i'm just getting over a cold, if that is any help.

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Curious as to why are there red bumps at the back of my tongue?

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