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Has it ever happened to you that, when you wake up or after a spicy meal, you notice small bumps on your tongue? Although they may seem alarming, most of the time they are harmless and temporary<\/strong>, and represent a subtle message that your body is sending you: something is irritating your mouth, and it’s time to pay attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this article, we explain what these “tongue buds” are, why they appear, how to relieve them naturally, and when you should consult a professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These are generally inflamed taste buds<\/strong>, popularly known as “pimples on the tongue” or even “pretend buttons”. They usually appear on the top, sides, or tip of the tongue. They can be white or red, causing burning, itching, or mild discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The positive thing is that, in most cases, they disappear on their own within a few days<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An unintentional bite, an overly hot drink, or harsh foods such as toast or chips can irritate the tongue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Curry, lemon, vinegar, among other intense ingredients, can cause a reaction in the taste buds, especially if you have a sensitive mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A lack of vitamin B12, iron, or zinc can weaken oral tissues and make them more prone to inflammation. In these cases, there are usually other symptoms such as tiredness or paleness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thrush (a mouth mycosis), colds, oral herpes, or even canker sores can manifest with pimples or blisters on the tongue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As with other minor disorders, emotional stress or physical fatigue can manifest itself on the tongue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although they’re generally harmless, you should see your doctor if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dissolving 1\/2 teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water and using it as a rinse helps to reduce inflammation and disinfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Drinking water frequently keeps the tongue protected and promotes healing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With soothing and antibacterial properties, a small amount of honey in the area can be very effective (avoid in babies under 1 year old).<\/p>\n\n\n\n For a few days, moderate your intake of hot, highly acidic, or spicy foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Brush your tongue twice a day with a soft brush or tongue cleaner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These little buttons or pimples are usually a sign that your body needs attention or rest<\/strong>. Listening to them is a simple way to take care of your overall health and well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember: if you have doubts or the discomfort persists, it is always better to consult a professional.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Has it ever happened to you that, when you wake up or after a spicy meal, you notice small bumps on your tongue? Although they may seem alarming, most of the time they are harmless and temporary, and represent a subtle message that your body is sending you: something is irritating your mouth, and it’s […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":32727,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-32738","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advices"],"aioseo_notices":[],"yoast_head":"\n\ud83d\udc45 What are those pimples on the tongue?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udd0d Most common causes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Micro-injuries or friction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2. Spicy or acidic food<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Vitamin deficiency<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Mild infections<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Stress or burnout<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udea8 When to worry?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83c\udfe0 What to do at home to relieve them?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\u2705 Rinse with warm salt water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2705 Constant hydration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2705 Apply pure honey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2705 Avoid irritating foods<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2705 Gentle oral hygiene<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udd04 How to prevent them from returning?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83e\udde0 In short: your tongue reflects your health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n