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What Causes Blisters In Mouth With Swelling And Bleeding On Gums?

Hello my son visited the dentist about a week ago, only have teeth checked and flouride treatment... Two days later he was running a fever for several days up to 104.5, now that the fever is broke, he is breaking out in blisters around his mouth, and his gums are swelling and bleeding, what could this be?
Tue, 1 Jul 2014
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Hello thanks for consulting at hcm..
he might have herpes viral infection.. Resulting in primary acute gingivostomatitis.
keep oral hygiene clean by brushing softly,since it is very painful..use 1tbsn baking soda diluted with water,use it as mouthrinse..

you may need topical antiviral and anesthetic under the guidance of your dentist..

plz consult a oral physician..
hope it helps..take care
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What Causes Blisters In Mouth With Swelling And Bleeding On Gums?

Hello thanks for consulting at hcm.. he might have herpes viral infection.. Resulting in primary acute gingivostomatitis. keep oral hygiene clean by brushing softly,since it is very painful..use 1tbsn baking soda diluted with water,use it as mouthrinse.. you may need topical antiviral and anesthetic under the guidance of your dentist.. plz consult a oral physician.. hope it helps..take care