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I have many semi-large bumps on the back of my tongue going down into my throat. they are painless but i'm worried about it. any ideas?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Taste buds: These are your taste buds. I promise. This is what they look like.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 3/20/2018

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A member asked:

I have many semi-large bumps on the back of my tongue going down into my throat. they are painless but i'm worried about it. any ideas?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr Minich agreed

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