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What Causes Red Rash Inside The Mouth, On Gums And Cheeks?
I have a red rash inside the mouth, on the gums and inner cheeks. Small bumps, but uniformily spread out, like an allergic reaction. Have had this for 4 days. At first I thought it was just from too many sweets during christmas, but cut back, has not yet cleared up.
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Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hello,
Dietary changes can certainly influence the oral environment. Consider any changes you have made in dental and cosmetic product choices. Discontinue any recent introductions. Dehydration and an acidic environment may contribute to your condition. Make sure to keep well hydrated, do not have vitamin deficiencies and avoid irritants to your mouth. Rinse your mouth with warm salt water and take anti-inflammatory medication if uncomfortable.
Think of other irritants such as congestion or snoring which when leading to mouth breathing may cause tissue irritation.
Expect improvement in seven days and do not be alarmed If symptoms are not increasing. It may take longer than four days to heal. Consult your dentist or oral surgeon if area persists.
Thank you for your inquiry.
Dietary changes can certainly influence the oral environment. Consider any changes you have made in dental and cosmetic product choices. Discontinue any recent introductions. Dehydration and an acidic environment may contribute to your condition. Make sure to keep well hydrated, do not have vitamin deficiencies and avoid irritants to your mouth. Rinse your mouth with warm salt water and take anti-inflammatory medication if uncomfortable.
Think of other irritants such as congestion or snoring which when leading to mouth breathing may cause tissue irritation.
Expect improvement in seven days and do not be alarmed If symptoms are not increasing. It may take longer than four days to heal. Consult your dentist or oral surgeon if area persists.
Thank you for your inquiry.
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Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
The red rash is because of the allergic stomatitis either to the use of food items of change in tooth paste. The other possible cause can be erosive lichen planus. Consult a oral physician and get it ruled out.
If I am your treating doctor i would have advised you to take topical anesthetic and analgesics like anabel gel. apply 3-4 times daily before food and topical steroid like triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% 4-5times daily after food.
Do saline gargling. If the lesion does not heal in 5-7 days then consult a oral physician and get it examined.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
The red rash is because of the allergic stomatitis either to the use of food items of change in tooth paste. The other possible cause can be erosive lichen planus. Consult a oral physician and get it ruled out.
If I am your treating doctor i would have advised you to take topical anesthetic and analgesics like anabel gel. apply 3-4 times daily before food and topical steroid like triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% 4-5times daily after food.
Do saline gargling. If the lesion does not heal in 5-7 days then consult a oral physician and get it examined.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
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