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What Causes Pain And Swelling In The Gums?

Hello. The last couple of days i've been suffering with swollen, painful gums. Mostly at the bottom of my mouth but a little at the top and i have a slightly weepy, blood shot eye and a mild sore throat and cold. The gums aren't bleeding and i've been taking paracetamol. I don't think it's a sinise issue as it's normally a little more isolated to one area.
Wed, 25 Apr 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

From your explanation, it looks like viral infection is causing the symptoms of swollen gums along with sore throat, cold and blood shot eyes. Consult an Emergency room and get evaluated.

A blood test or oral and throat swab culture can be done for confirmation. For now, do warm saline gargles and antiseptic mouthwash gargles.

Do cool compresses over the gums. Massage the gums with Chlorohexidine gel. Take soft meals and use a soft toothbrush to brush your teeth.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Honey Arora
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What Causes Pain And Swelling In The Gums?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. From your explanation, it looks like viral infection is causing the symptoms of swollen gums along with sore throat, cold and blood shot eyes. Consult an Emergency room and get evaluated. A blood test or oral and throat swab culture can be done for confirmation. For now, do warm saline gargles and antiseptic mouthwash gargles. Do cool compresses over the gums. Massage the gums with Chlorohexidine gel. Take soft meals and use a soft toothbrush to brush your teeth. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Honey Arora