HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Caused Bumps In The Back Of My Tongue?

A little over a weej ago I experienced pain in the back of tongue. It was very red and later, bumps on the back of my tongue developed. The pain has since subsided, but the bumps are still there. I now have the sensation of something lodged in the back of my throat. It does not hurt, but is extremely irritating.
Thu, 1 Oct 2015
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.

As per your complain and presentation of symptoms it seems that there is inflammation and swelling of Circumvallate Papillae which are presnt over the back of tongue in a typical "V"SHAPED pattern and any irritation to them like due to burning of tongue with hot foods, throat infection, acid reflux, Oral infections like Thrush can lead to swelling of papillae.

Nothing to worry as gradually the swelling will reduce and feeling of something struck in throat will also subside..
You can take anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen.
Do warm saline gargles.
Avoid hot spicy and hard foods..
Drink plenty of water.
Suck on ice pops..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Caused Bumps In The Back Of My Tongue?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern. As per your complain and presentation of symptoms it seems that there is inflammation and swelling of Circumvallate Papillae which are presnt over the back of tongue in a typical V SHAPED pattern and any irritation to them like due to burning of tongue with hot foods, throat infection, acid reflux, Oral infections like Thrush can lead to swelling of papillae. Nothing to worry as gradually the swelling will reduce and feeling of something struck in throat will also subside.. You can take anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen. Do warm saline gargles. Avoid hot spicy and hard foods.. Drink plenty of water. Suck on ice pops.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.