Bumps Under Tongue

The tongue is the strongest muscle present in our buccal cavity. It is one of the sense organs which is responsible for taste. It also helps in chewing food, swallowing and talking. Due to its direct exposure to the environment and moist condition because of the salivary glands, it is very susceptible to getting infected which may result in bumps. These bumps are usually common and disappear with time but sometimes the reasons may be serious and should be treated medically.

There are many causes behind bumps on tongue. The reasons are usually not serious and small bumps on tongue vanish with time but sometimes they may be an indication of some other diseases which you need to check. Hence if the bump does not diminish within 4 to 5 days, consult a doctor immediately. Here are some of the common causes of bumps in the tongue.

• Spicy, salty, very sugary or acidic food may result in sore bumps on tongue. They can be observed as red, tender bumps. They may vanish with time but are quite painful. You can also develop these types of bumps with very hot food or water.

• Sore bumps may be a result of trauma. They may be caused due to accidental biting while eating or due to some other reason. They may be observed as red bumps and may be very hurtful.

• Clear bumps on tongue may be observed as a result of canker sores. The exact reason behind these types of sores are still not known. But few doctors believe that it may be caused due to some allergic reaction, hereditary problems or immunity disorders.

• Oral lichen planus can be a reason behind white bumps. It is an autoimmune inflammatory disease which is related to the mucus lining.

• Leukoplakia can cause you white bumps in the mucous membrane which is caused due to the irritation of excess chewing of tobacco and betel leaves.

• Other reasons behind bumps on tongue may be side effects of some medication, vitamin deficiency, burning tongue syndrome, etc.

The treatment for bumps in and around tongue will primarily include oral health. It is very necessary to maintain proper oral health and a proper flossing and brushing regime. In case of red bumps on tongue which hurt and tender bumps, rinsing with warm salt water will help you to get relief from the pain. You can also use ice therapy. Just put an ice chip over the bumps and then let it melt over the bump. It will reduce the pain.

You can also treat it with milk of magnesia. Avoid spicy, very sugary, and salty foods as it may result in worse condition. Curd is also considered helpful in curing canker sores. If the bump is not gone in 4 to 5 days then consult a doctor. If it is an infection then you may be treated with antibiotic or anti fugal medication. In case of inflammation, the doctor may give you some anti-inflammatory drugs. In case of other health conditions the doctor may prescribe medication accordingly.

You need to take some precautions in order to avoid bumps on tongue. Try to maintain a proper healthy diet. Avoid having foods which may cause you bumps. The bumps become worse when they come in between the teeth, hence eat your food slowly if you already have a sore.