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Yellow or red bumps on the tongue can be a sign of a common condition called transient spuridosis, sometimes called a "papillae." Transient spuriditis can present with mild to severe pain. The incidence is especially high in young women and young children, but there are very few documented cases that doctors can study in detail, although there is some evidence that papillae are linked. to food allergies. Note that there are hundreds of other conditions that can cause red bumps on your tongue, so you should see your doctor if the condition doesn't go away after 1-2 days.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Treat with non-drug therapy

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   Gargle with warm salt water. Gargling with a salt solution has an antibacterial effect and can help reduce swelling in the tongue. In addition, salt water also helps reduce inflammation associated with mouth swelling (if any).
   • Dissolve 1/2 teaspoon of salt in 8 ounces of warm water to create a salt solution.
   • Keep your mouth full of salt water and rinse your mouth for about 30 seconds. Then gently spit it out.
   • Rinse your mouth with salt water after each meal to remove any residue in your teeth or on your tongue.
   • Repeat 3-4 times daily until the swelling on the tongue disappears.
   • Do not rinse your mouth with the salt water used for contact lenses.

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   Drink cold or cool water. Some evidence suggests that drinking cool or cold water can help soothe tongue bumps and reduce associated inflammation. You can drink cool / cold water as part of your daily rehydration routine or drink as needed to reduce discomfort.
   • To stay hydrated, you should drink at least 9 glasses of water a day for women and 13 cups for men. Active people and pregnant women need to drink 16 glasses of water a day.

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   Suck on ice. Sucking on ice cubes, shaved ice, or cream can help reduce swelling on the tongue. The cold can numb pain and reduce swelling.
   • Thawed ice can hydrate the body and reduce the risk of dry tongue (dry tongue can increase discomfort due to the bump).
   • One simple way to apply a cold compress is to place shaved ice or ice cubes directly on the surface of your tongue.
   • Apply ice whenever needed.

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   Eat foods that have a calming effect. Some doctors may recommend eating soothing foods like yogurt. These foods may help relieve pain or tenderness caused by the swelling on the tongue.
   • Try eating foods that are already cooled for increased calming effects.
   • Animal dairy products like yogurt, ice cream, and milk can help reduce discomfort. Other foods like pudding or popsicles may also help.

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   Avoid foods and products that increase discomfort. Certain foods and products may increase pain or swelling caused by the bumps in your tongue. Avoid consuming substances that can worsen pain such as spicy foods, sour foods, or tobacco.
   • Acidic foods and drinks like tomatoes, orange juice, soda and coffee can make you even more uncomfortable. Also, avoid chili, chili powder, cinnamon, and mint.
   • Avoid smoking or chewing tobacco because they increase discomfort.
   • If you suspect that your tongue bumps are caused by a food allergy, eliminate the food from your diet to see if that solves the problem.

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   Maintain oral health. Brush and floss every day, even after meals. Combined with regular dental check-ups, this habit can help maintain the health of your teeth, tongue and gums. Clean mouths can also help prevent tongue bumps.
   • Be sure to brush and floss after meals if possible. Food residue stuck in the teeth creates an environment susceptible to infection. Chewing gum can help if you don't have a toothbrush.
   • Visit your dentist at least 2 times a year to have your teeth cleaned and checked.

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   Leave the bump on your tongue. In most cases, the papillae do not require treatment. This usually goes away on its own after a few hours or days.
   • If you experience pain or discomfort from your tongue bumps or the swelling doesn't seem to go away, see your doctor.
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Method 2 of 3: Take over-the-counter medications

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   Use throat lozenges or sprays. Throat lozenges or anesthetic sprays that contain topical pain relievers can help relieve pain caused by bumps on the tongue. You can buy lozenges and sprays at major drugstores and retailers.
   • You can use lozenges or sprays every 2-3 hours. If the doctor or other instructions on the packaging tell you, you should follow it.
   • Keep the medicine in your mouth until it is completely dissolved. Do not chew or swallow the lozenge as this can numb your throat and make it difficult to swallow.

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   Gargle with an antiseptic or anesthetic mouthwash. Gargle with an anesthetic or antiseptic mouthwash that contains benzydamine or chlorhexidine. These ingredients can cure infection and pain and swelling.
   • Benzydamine can help with pain relief.
   • Chlorhexidine can kill bacteria.
   • Gargle with 15 ml of antiseptic or anesthetic mouthwash for 15-20 seconds and spit it out.
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Method 3 of 3: See your doctor and take prescription medications

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   Consult your doctor. If home remedies aren't helping to reduce papillae, see your doctor. Your doctor can check for any potential health problems and help come up with a treatment plan for you.
   • Tongue bumps can be related to causes including fungal, viral or bacterial infections or allergies.
   • If the bumps don't go away after a few days or the condition recurs, you should see your doctor for a treatment plan or diagnosis of an underlying problem, such as a food allergy.
   • See your doctor if the bumps develop or spread.
   • If the bumps on your tongue are particularly painful or inflamed, or interfere with daily activities including eating and drinking, it's best to see your doctor.
   • Tongue bumps can also be a symptom of a more serious problem than a food allergy, including mouth ulcers, scaly papillae, syphilis, scarlet fever, or glossitis caused by smoking or infection.

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   Conduct tests and diagnostics. Your doctor may order tests to determine the cause of your tongue bumps. Tests are often unable to identify the specific cause, but your doctor can help you come up with the right treatment for you.
   • Your doctor can use different diagnostic tools to determine the cause of your tongue bumps. Your doctor may do an oral culture test or an allergy test.

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   Take medication to treat the bump. Your doctor may prescribe medication or recommend over-the-counter medications to help reduce discomfort associated with the bump. Since mouth bumps usually go away on their own, your doctor will usually only give you antibiotics or an antiseptic if you have an underlying health problem.
   • If the bumps on the tongue are bothersome and related to a more serious problem such as a sore tongue, your doctor may prescribe medications like Amitriptyline and Amisulpride.
   • Your doctor may also recommend over-the-counter pain relievers, although there is little evidence that it helps with the swelling of the tongue bumps. Common over-the-counter pain relievers include Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen and Aspirin.
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