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Red bumps at back of tongue because of oral thrush? worrying it's something magor.

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Dr. Sari Nabulsi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Bumps: it is very unlikely to be oral thrush unless you are using inhaled corticosteroids. It could food particles or a viral infection Or strep throat

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/10/2015

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