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Could allergy to watermelon cause blisters on back of tongue?

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Dr. Michael Lebowitz answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Enlarged bumps : Very often the bumps or blisters you may be seeing are just enlarges taste buds known as circumvallate papillae . These are the largest papillae on the tongue and at times can become enlarged. Having a dentist evaluate anything that you feel has changed or has recently appeared is always recommended.

Answered 9/14/2013

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Not typical: You could certainly be allergic to watermelon. Typically an allergic reaction would show up as a burning, red and sore tongue. There are naturally large bumps on the back of the tongue called circumvallete papilla. These are normal.

Answered 9/15/2013

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