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Have Discoloration Around Gums, Weight Loss, Teeth And Mouth Hurts. Got Graves Disease. Done Thyroid Removal, Gastric Bypass

I am 37, I had severe graves disease, thyroid removed in 08, then had gastric bypass in aug of 09. Well since then I have gotten sicker! Yes, I have lost a vast amount of weight, currently weigh 119lbs for the last 2 years. Anyway, in June of 2011, I went into thyroid storm, almost didn't make it, was in ICU almost 8 days, after this episode, and I mean within 45 days my teeth and mouth began to hurt. I mean I cry! they are black around the gums and are turning brown, all this in 45 days, so I looked online because I don't have dental. And I see a lot of reference to METH MOUTH. I HAVE NEVER SMOKED METH IN MY LIFE! What is going on.
Tue, 19 Nov 2013
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hii.

Welcome to HCM.

I have gone through your query and past medical history.

Firstly since you have undergone gastric bypass surgery in the past, one of the reason of your brownish tooth discoloration could be due to gastroesophageal reflux leading to tooth erosion and consequent pain and sensitivity

Other reasons of brownish discoloration are
1.rampant dental caries
2. excessive consumption of tea,coffee or tobacco
3. chromogenic bacteria
4. overuse of antiseptic mouthwash
5. various systemic medications can also lead to tooth discoloration.

It would be best if you consult a dentist for the confirmed diagnosis as physical examination is very important in your case.

hope you find this reply helpful

regards.
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Have Discoloration Around Gums, Weight Loss, Teeth And Mouth Hurts. Got Graves Disease. Done Thyroid Removal, Gastric Bypass

hii. Welcome to HCM. I have gone through your query and past medical history. Firstly since you have undergone gastric bypass surgery in the past, one of the reason of your brownish tooth discoloration could be due to gastroesophageal reflux leading to tooth erosion and consequent pain and sensitivity Other reasons of brownish discoloration are 1.rampant dental caries 2. excessive consumption of tea,coffee or tobacco 3. chromogenic bacteria 4. overuse of antiseptic mouthwash 5. various systemic medications can also lead to tooth discoloration. It would be best if you consult a dentist for the confirmed diagnosis as physical examination is very important in your case. hope you find this reply helpful regards.