Prominent Circumvallate Papillae

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Prominent Circumvallate Papillae
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Otorhinolaryngology

Case description

Prominent circumvallate papillae can be a source of concern to a patient if they discover what they think is a suspicious swelling at the base of the tongue. This illustration shows how prominent circumvallate papillae can appear as a small raised red ridge on both sides of the base of the tongue. The characteristic apex to the V of the papillae is located posteriorly on the tongue. 

tags: Circumvallate papillae Normal tongue Prominent Circumvallate Papillae

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