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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Gums After A Tonsillectomy
Question: I am a 41 year old female, 4.5 days post-op tonsillectomy. My gums have been very swollen today and I find it difficult to open my mouth. I feel as if some of the scabs may have fallen off as there is now a burning sensation whenever anything but water is consumed.
Up until this point, recovery was surprisingly mild.
Up until this point, recovery was surprisingly mild.
Brief Answer:
probably gingivitis
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to healthcaremagic,
You have most probably developed gingivitis - inflammation of the gums.
Cause for gingivitis is poor oral hygiene.
Due to the pain after the surgery , you have probably not been able to maintain oral hygiene. Also the slough from the operated site is a source of infection in your mouth.
Brush your teeth atleast twice a day and floss everyday.
Use chlorhexidene mouth washe 3 times daily.
Drink plenty of fluids and keep your self well hydrated at all times.
Consult your ENT , you may need a course of antibiotics to cover the infection.
You can take pain killers like Tylenol after confirming your dose.
Feel free to follow up,
Regards,
Dr Rajkishori Godhi MS ENT
probably gingivitis
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to healthcaremagic,
You have most probably developed gingivitis - inflammation of the gums.
Cause for gingivitis is poor oral hygiene.
Due to the pain after the surgery , you have probably not been able to maintain oral hygiene. Also the slough from the operated site is a source of infection in your mouth.
Brush your teeth atleast twice a day and floss everyday.
Use chlorhexidene mouth washe 3 times daily.
Drink plenty of fluids and keep your self well hydrated at all times.
Consult your ENT , you may need a course of antibiotics to cover the infection.
You can take pain killers like Tylenol after confirming your dose.
Feel free to follow up,
Regards,
Dr Rajkishori Godhi MS ENT
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