Pimple on Tongue

Pimple on tongue might not be a worrisome condition but is certainly painful. Why? Just imagine the bump on the tongue, not allowing to do one of the most essential activities to survive - eating. With even a single pimple on tongue, the person is bound to experience pain while chewing food. If this was not enough, in some cases this bumpy structure can bring a considerable amount of discomfort while talking too. So, it becomes imperative to find out a remedy to get rid of this tongue condition.

The degree of pain experienced, also depends on the size of the pimple and the location it has occurred. For instance a large pimple, occurring right in the middle of the tongue will trigger excruciating pain. However, when a small pimple affects the tip of the tongue, mild discomfort is experienced while consuming food, otherwise it is not bothersome.

Causes

Food Allergy
Allergic reactions from food can also cause pimples to form on the tongue. Now, what type of foods can bring this problem. It is observed that people consuming too much of 'high acidic foods' or oily foods like fried chips are susceptible to tongue acne.

Hormonal Imbalance
Alterations in normal hormone levels common during pregnancy, can lead to pimple outbreaks not only on the tongue, but also on the facial and the back area.

Canker Sores
A person affected with canker sores show formation of white lesions (open wounds) on the tongue that also bring a burning sensation. Initially, canker sore appear as tongue pimples, before it finally turns into an open wound.

Tongue Injury
Unknowingly biting the tongue many times is not tolerated by the delicate skin. This usually happens when the person is having his lunch or dinner, while watching TV.

Oral Thrush
A tongue pimple due to oral thrush (fungal infection) appears as a white bump and triggers a lot of irritation. A severe yeast infection is not restricted to the tongue but generally spreads to inner cheeks and the roof of the mouth.

All in all, generally treatment is not required as the pimple disappears on its own within 3-4 days. Gargling with salt water is a traditional remedy to ease the pain. Oral thrush that brings raised spots on the tongue is often treated by eating yogurt and drinking buttermilk. Also, restricting or avoiding oily foods can help to get rid of this condition. Anti - fungal medicines may also be prescribed to treat oral thrush.