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A member asked:
If my glands r swollen on the back of my tongue but it is not red or swollen should i be worried?also i just started my period could it be from stress
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Vallate papillae: Tonsils are in the back of the throat-these are lymph nodes, "glands". Back of the tongue has lumpy bumps-vallate papillae. These are a normal part of the tongue. Towards the front and sides are the lingual papillae: taste buds. If that is what you mean, then don't worry. Never noticed them before? Probably never looked in mirror so close. Any qs c md; doubtful lymphoma, ca.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Probably not: The glands on the back of your tongue are usually taste buds. They can appear to change size normally but since you say they aren't inflamed or sore, i would leave it alone for a few days and then re-evaluate.
Answered 5/17/2014
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