bumps on the back of tongue?

Question

Are bumps on the back of your tongue normal?

Answer 1

Could be normal: Without actually seeing your tongue, we cannot determine what you see and if it is abnormal. It is best to see your dentist who can see if it is a problem or normal. See photo.

Answer 2

The most usual : Situation for patients that notice bumps on the back of the tongue is that they are seeing circumvallate papilla. They are the largest of the normal bumps on the tongue at the very back. They can become irritated on occasion and you might notice them more easily. If the bumps have become more noticeable and don't resolve in a few days, consult w your dentist.

Answer 3

Tongue bumps: Bumps on the tongue in most cases are just normal taste buds. Sizes vary depending on the location. If you feel that some bumps are new or have become larger than a visit with your dentist is a recommended first choice for evaluation.

Answer 4

Yes: Yes, everyone has bumps on the back of their tongue. In fact, they can look quite unesthetic and unattractive, so it's a good thing they're hidden way in the back. They're similar to the bumps on the rest of the tongue, but they're much bigger and unappealing.

Answer 5

Bumps on tongue: It needs to be seen to diagnose properly, see your dentist for an evaluation.

Answer 6

Could be normal: Some of the taste buds on the tongue can be more prominent than others. Many people just don't look very often to see what is normal for them. Of course, some bumps could be abnormal. Check with your dentist to see.

Answer 7

Bumps on tongue: To be sure you should have your dentist check it out but it is most likely normal circumvallate papilla there and taste buds.

Answer 8

Could be normal: Without actually seeing your tongue, we cannot determine what you see and if it is abnormal. It is best to see your dentist who can see if it is a problem or normal. See photo.

Answer 9

The most usual : Situation for patients that notice bumps on the back of the tongue is that they are seeing circumvallate papilla. They are the largest of the normal bumps on the tongue at the very back. They can become irritated on occasion and you might notice them more easily. If the bumps have become more noticeable and don't resolve in a few days, consult w your dentist.

Answer 10

Might be normal: There are a series of protrusions called circumvallate papillae located in that region. Check with your dentist to be sure. See below link: http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/vallate_papilla.

Answer 11

Taste buds\papillae: The tongue normally has taste buds also called papillae. The largest ones are on the back of the tongue. The only way to be 100% sure that it's all normal is to have a dentist actually take a look.

Answer 12

Nature: Those are your taste buds.

Answer 13

Lingual tonsils: Raised areas at the base of tongue (behind the curvature of tongue) are a normal variant of lymphatic tissue, like tonsils and adenoids. In fact they are called lingual tonsils and help form a protective ring of lymphatics in throat like immigration checkpoint against invading bacteria and viruses. They can cause snoring and sleep apnea. If recently enlarged then can be a sign of disease.

Answer 14

Yes: They are called circumvallate pappilae

Answer 15

Yes: The papilla (bumps) on the back of your tongue are larger and differently shaped. Normal

Answer 16

Yes: There are bumps on the back of the tongue that are perfectly normal. That said, there are sometimes (rarely) bumps that are not normal. Ask your very knowledgeable Dentist to take a look. And if you are overdue for a dental examination, please make one.

Answer 17

Yes : The larger bumps in the back of the tongue forming a row are called the circumvallate papillae. They are one of the structures that provide taste.

Answer 18

Bumps on tongue: Your tongue is covered with bumps called taste buds. The ones towards the back tend to be larger. If you are concerned about a possible infection that has enlarged them (especially if you have pain on your tongue or throat) i would see your md to have evaluated.

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