HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Dark Purple Area On The Roof Of The Mouth?

I just noticed my 11month old crying in my arms opened his mouth wide to cry and there is a large very dark purple area on the roof of his mouth I m panicking what could it be? It starts at a part of his gums and goes toward the center of the roof. No white spots anywhere?
Tue, 28 Jun 2016
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. Dark purple area on the roof of the mouth can be due to an allergic reaction causing inflammation and dark spots. The allergic reaction can be due to any food product or any medication side effects.

It can also be due to injury to a minor salivary gland or its ducts leading to spillage of its contents in the soft tissues leading to spillage of its contents into the soft tissues or burn due to hot food or drink.

I would suggest you to consult an pediatrician and get evaluated . Doctor may prescribe antihistamine along with analgesic.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Dark Purple Area On The Roof Of The Mouth?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Dark purple area on the roof of the mouth can be due to an allergic reaction causing inflammation and dark spots. The allergic reaction can be due to any food product or any medication side effects. It can also be due to injury to a minor salivary gland or its ducts leading to spillage of its contents in the soft tissues leading to spillage of its contents into the soft tissues or burn due to hot food or drink. I would suggest you to consult an pediatrician and get evaluated . Doctor may prescribe antihistamine along with analgesic. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari