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I have little bumps on back sides of my tongue for over 6 months i do not have a sore throat or anything else but those small bumps? and back of tongue also white?

Q: i have little bumps on back sides of my tongue for over 6 months i do not have a sore throat or anything else but those small bumps? and back of tongue also white?

: Sounds like you probably are noticing circumvallate papillae, which are entirely normal -- everybody has several of them (usually 7 to 11) in a row on the back of the tongue. Google it for more information and typical photos. White coating of the tongue also is usually normal. See a doctor if you remain concerned.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Sounds like you probably are noticing circumvallate papillae, which are entirely normal -- everybody has several of them (usually 7 to 11) in a row on the back of the tongue. Google it for more information and typical photos. White coating of the tongue also is usually normal. See a doctor if you remain concerned.

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Answered 7/18/2021

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A member asked:

I have little bumps on back sides of my tongue for over 6 months i do not have a sore throat or anything else but those small bumps? and back of tongue also white?

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Dr Kuitems agreed

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