The bumps might also be due to an infection or another underlying health condition.
It will also cover treatment options and when to contact a healthcare provider.
They may appearwhite, red, or the color of the tongue.
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The bumps can be firm or fluid-filledblisters.
The bumps can be accompanied by redness, swelling, or discharge based on the case.
Normal vs. Enlarged Papillae
Normal papillae will appear as little bumps on the top of the tongue.
Reasons for Enlarged, Swollen Papillae
Enlarged, swollenpapillaeoccur for several different reasons.
The reasons are categorized intoinfectiousand noninfectious causes.
Medications can cause tongue sores and bumps.
They are:
Before stopping or switching a medication, talk to your treating healthcare provider.
When a bump has an infectious causeantibiotic,antiviral, orantifungaldrugs may be used.
Noninfectious causes supportive therapy and good oral hygiene might be the best route.
They do not need to be treated for any health condition or cause.
If these conditions go untreated they can cause complications.
This complication can vary by cause.
warrants a visit with a healthcare provider.
If feasible, take photos with your phone to monitor changes in the lesion to avoid memory errors.
The bumps are either painless or painful and accompanied by other symptoms.
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