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What Causes Large Bumps On Back Of Tongue?
Question: Clustering larger uncomfortable bumps on back of toung by my throat
Brief Answer:
Enlarged lingual tonsils...
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for posting the query
With the unclear image sent by you, I am of the opinion that the lumps you have noticed over the back of the tongue could be enlarged lymphoid follicles, also known as lingual tonsils.
Do not worry! This is absolutely normal and all the human beings have these bumps. In some individuals, it may enlarge during an attack of throat infection or gastritis.
If you are having discomfort in the throat, try drinking plenty of warm water; avoid smoking, chilled food and beverages and coffee.
Hope I have answered your query; I will be available for the follow-up queries.
Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N.
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon
Enlarged lingual tonsils...
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for posting the query
With the unclear image sent by you, I am of the opinion that the lumps you have noticed over the back of the tongue could be enlarged lymphoid follicles, also known as lingual tonsils.
Do not worry! This is absolutely normal and all the human beings have these bumps. In some individuals, it may enlarge during an attack of throat infection or gastritis.
If you are having discomfort in the throat, try drinking plenty of warm water; avoid smoking, chilled food and beverages and coffee.
Hope I have answered your query; I will be available for the follow-up queries.
Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N.
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
Answered by
Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty
Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist
Practicing since :2001
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