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I got big bumps on the back of my tounge. what could they be?
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Taste buds: They form a v on the back of your tongue and are perfectly normal.
Answered 10/24/2013
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tongue bumps: If they are far back on the top of the tongue they most likely are the taste buds that taste bitter foods/things. The best thing to do is see a dentist for their opinion.
Answered 10/24/2013
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