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My taste buds on the back of my tongue have been swollen for a couple months. some bumps on the side. i wake up with a film on my tongue. am i ok?

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Dr. Daniel Rubenstein answered

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Swollen taste buds?: Have this examined by your dentist or an oral surgeon. It may be something other than swollen taste buds. It may be an infection. It may require a biopsy.

Dr Behner agreed

Answered 2/20/2015

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A member asked:

My taste buds on the back of my tongue have been swollen for a couple months. some bumps on the side. i wake up with a film on my tongue. am i ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniel Rubenstein answered

Dr Behner agreed

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