
What Causes Swelling In Cheeks And Lips When Having Dentures?

Question: I've had dentures. Not sure if the following swelling is due to not cleaning them every night. I went to my dr. 1 yr ago and she said I was allergic to maybe food. I eat basically the same thing all the time. If I do eat something different, I do not get the symptom. The big time swelling starts usually on my left cheek (almost like a big knot) but sometimes on my upper and lower lip and then it all moves to my other cheek. I absolutely look horrible. Can not work and be seen when this happens. I take 1 zyrtec a day and benydril tabs.
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Brief Answer:
Angioedema, Need more information
Detailed Answer:
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I would keep a possibility of Angioedema. Angioedema or Quincke's edema is the rapid swelling of the dermis, subcutaneous tissue, mucosa and submucosal tissues. It can be either Acquired OR Hereditary Angioedema
I would like to gather some more information from you regarding your concern in order to be able to help you better.
-Since how long do you have this problem?
-Do you have any symptoms associated with the swellings?
-Are you on some oral medications? Painkillers? Anti-hypertensives?
-Do you also suffer from Hives/Urticaria?
-Does anybody else in your family has the same problem?
take care
regards
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

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