All healthy people have little bumps across the surface of their tongues called papillae. Some patients experiencing vitamin B12 deficiency may notice these bumps appear to vanish when the tongue becomes inflamed, a condition called glossitis. Some may also experience soreness along the back side of the tongue or a burning sensation.

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