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I have an area of painfultaste buds in the central region of my tongue toward the back of the throat. it feels stiffer than the rest of my tongue.

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Dr. Daniel Quon answered

See Your Dentist: Without more information and a visual of the area you are describing, it would be difficult to provide you with a definitive answer. An evaluation by a dentist would be recommended.

Answered 5/19/2017

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A member asked:

I have an area of painfultaste buds in the central region of my tongue toward the back of the throat. it feels stiffer than the rest of my tongue.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniel Quon answered

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