![]() ![]() Constant irritation over a period of time can lead to these papillae becoming engorged and even painful and tender to touch. This has an aberrant effect on the normal oral structures of the mouth, including the Circumvallate Papillae. The increase in the size of the papillae will usually be associated with the appearance of other symptoms like canker sores or after a bout of disease which reduces the body's immunity.Ĭertain medical conditions like GERD and ulcerative colitis cause a lot of acid reflux in the body. Viral infection, which can also result in other painful ulcers of the tongue, can cause an inflammation of the papillae. ![]() This can result in inflammation and swelling of the papillae leading to an increase in size. The noxious smoke, toxins adsorbed and the heat generated can be extremely irritating to the papillae. Heavy smokers have been found to have a higher incidence of enlarged Circumvallate Papillae than non-smokers. Here are some of the conditions that can result in enlarged Circumvallate Papillae. ![]()
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