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

Suggest Treatment For Itchy Small Bumps On The Tongue

Over the last 6 months I have been having a constant irritation on my tongue. It feels some what like I have scalded it. In the very edge I get small bumps that are not as much painful as uncomfortable. It doesn t go away. My doctor just sort of blows it off but it s worrying me a lot. Have you ever heard of this?
Thu, 7 Jan 2016
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy small bumps on the tongue which are enlarged papillae of tongue . There can be many reasons for enlarged papillae like stress , trauma due to food or other reason, throat infection or post nasal drip. Need not to worry. Most of the times they go away by their own without any treatment.

I would suggest you to :-

- To suck on ice cube or drink cold liquid to help in reducing inflammation.

- Avoid hot and spicy food.

- Gargle with warm salt water 2-3 times a day.

- Take vitamin B12 supplement.

- Maintain oral hygiene.

If condition doesn't get better in a week then consult oral pathologist for proper examination and rule out the cause like lie bump , squamous papilloma or allergy. Doctor may prescribe steroid medicine , anti inflammatory drug or antibiotics or anesthetic mouth wash.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
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....
Suggest Treatment For Itchy Small Bumps On The Tongue

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy small bumps on the tongue which are enlarged papillae of tongue . There can be many reasons for enlarged papillae like stress , trauma due to food or other reason, throat infection or post nasal drip. Need not to worry. Most of the times they go away by their own without any treatment. I would suggest you to :- - To suck on ice cube or drink cold liquid to help in reducing inflammation. - Avoid hot and spicy food. - Gargle with warm salt water 2-3 times a day. - Take vitamin B12 supplement. - Maintain oral hygiene. If condition doesn t get better in a week then consult oral pathologist for proper examination and rule out the cause like lie bump , squamous papilloma or allergy. Doctor may prescribe steroid medicine , anti inflammatory drug or antibiotics or anesthetic mouth wash. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari