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What Causes Swelling Of Gums After Fever?

Hi, I am trying to find an answer to why my gums are swollen? I have had fever for 3 days now and was seen ad a doctors office yesterday for hurting my back at work. I was given a muscle relaxer cause they said I was swollen in my lower back. But cannot understand why my gums are rEd and swollen and why this fever doesn't go away. I have taken aleve & ibuphrophen for pain.
Sat, 14 Jun 2014
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Hello,
You are already taking a fever reducing medication. Gums can react to various medications especially if your mouth is dry or you have gastric upset from the medications.
I suggest a dental exam. If you have not had a regular dental visit, then a basic cleaning could help resolve your inflamed gums while the condition of your teeth would be evaluated and infections diagnosed. Infections in the mouth can cause these symptoms. A prescription medication such as an antibiotic may be necessary. Make sure you are well hydrated, keep up with good daily oral care and add salt water rinses to help soothe the gums. Proper nutrition and balanced vitamins are important. Vitamin E can be soothing.
I appreciate your inquiry with HealthcareMagic. I hope my answer is helpful and you will schedule a dental visit as suggested. I would be glad to answer any additional questions. Thank you and I hope you feel better soon.
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What Causes Swelling Of Gums After Fever?

Hello, You are already taking a fever reducing medication. Gums can react to various medications especially if your mouth is dry or you have gastric upset from the medications. I suggest a dental exam. If you have not had a regular dental visit, then a basic cleaning could help resolve your inflamed gums while the condition of your teeth would be evaluated and infections diagnosed. Infections in the mouth can cause these symptoms. A prescription medication such as an antibiotic may be necessary. Make sure you are well hydrated, keep up with good daily oral care and add salt water rinses to help soothe the gums. Proper nutrition and balanced vitamins are important. Vitamin E can be soothing. I appreciate your inquiry with HealthcareMagic. I hope my answer is helpful and you will schedule a dental visit as suggested. I would be glad to answer any additional questions. Thank you and I hope you feel better soon.