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What are swollen lingual tonsils?
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Tongue lymph tissue : Tonsils are lymph tissue generally & part of the lymphatic system of the immune system. Swollen lingual tonsils, at the base of the tongue, may indicate some type of allergic or immune issue. Keep a diary: food, drinks & toothpaste (flavors) could trigger an immune response. Gastric reflux or sinus drainage could affect this lymph tissue also. Sleep breathing problems could be involved.
Answered 12/16/2020
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Tonsils on tongue: There are tonsils (lymphatic tissue) on the back, base of the tongue which can respond and get swollen to infections.
Answered 12/16/2020
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