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How To Get Rid Of Swollen And Painful Gums?
I have swollen painful gums and membranes of my mouth, my teeth are sore, and my lymph nodes on my neck are swollen and painful to the touch. The dentist ruled out anything related to my teeth. I called my doctor, but haven't heard back from her yet. What could I have?
Thu, 22 May 2014
Hello:)Welcome to HCM.
You did not mention abut your general health.
Swelling in gums can be due to poor oral hygiene.
This can be due to hormone irregularity (puberty,pregnancy,menopause etc)
Some medications taken in epilepsy,depression and contraceptive pills also can cause this.
Do not smoke.Check your blood sugar levels.
Consult your physician as your dentist ruled out a dental cause.
You must use a mouthwash and maintain oral hygiene.
Regards.
You did not mention abut your general health.
Swelling in gums can be due to poor oral hygiene.
This can be due to hormone irregularity (puberty,pregnancy,menopause etc)
Some medications taken in epilepsy,depression and contraceptive pills also can cause this.
Do not smoke.Check your blood sugar levels.
Consult your physician as your dentist ruled out a dental cause.
You must use a mouthwash and maintain oral hygiene.
Regards.
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Since you have seen a dentist , you are correct to visit your physician. Swabbing your mouth can test for Streph throat and other conditions that can be tested for and treated by your physician.
Since you have seen a dentist , you are correct to visit your physician. Swabbing your mouth can test for Streph throat and other conditions that can be tested for and treated by your physician.
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