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What are the red lumps that randomly appear on the tip/side of my toung. and how do i get rid of them ?
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Need to be examined: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining the lesions. Please consult your doctor so that the lesions may be examined for proper evaluation.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Probably taste bus: Your description is not great. Lumps on the side of the tongue can be taste buds or can be marks from the indentation caused by your teeth due to clenching and grinding your teeth.
Answered 8/22/2013
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