I noticed it felt like it was hard for me to swallow. Somewhat of a sore throat. I looked in the mirror and stuck my tongue out, and behind the normal four bumps I have on the back of my tongue I saw a village of bumps. No bleeding, just a bunch of red bumps. I went to my primary care who just took a quick glance. She said it was my taste buds and probably something viral and to give it a week. I’ve been gargling with warm salt water twice a day. It’s been three days and I see no improvement. It causing me major stress and anxiety. I feel like I have a lump in my throat due to this “village”. Has anyone had this before? Is it normal? I need to be at ease. PLEASE & THANK YOU