Gum swelling results from excess fluid (edema) in the soft tissues of
the gums and may be accompanied by redness, pain, sores, ulcers and
bleeding. Poor oral hygiene, resulting in infla
mmation
or infection, is the most common cause of swollen gums. The symptoms
may be constant or variable and may worsen when eating or drinking. If
gum pain is present, it may be described as sharp, dull, stabbing,
burning or throbbing, ranging in intensity from mild to severe.
Depending on the cause, swollen gums may be present in only a small
part of a gum (sore or ulcer), or at the gum line (gingivitis and
periodontitis). Other conditions may produce swelling in the entire area
of the gums. Gingivitis and other types of inflammatory conditions are
among the most common causes of swollen gums.
Vitamin
deficiencies, such as vitamin C deficiency, which causes scurvy, and
iron deficiency anemia, can be associated with symptoms that involve
both the mouth and the gums. Rare disorders of the immune system, such
as human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
(HIV/AIDS) or Behcet’s syndrome (disease characterized by widespread
inflammation of blood vessels), can also produce symptoms in the mouth
and gums. Infections of the skin and soft tissue (cellulitis) or bone
(osteomyelitis) are further causes of swollen gums.
The
duration and course of swollen gums vary widely, depending on the cause.
Symptoms caused by inflammation often have a sudden onset. In other
cases, swollen gums resulting from underlying vitamin deficiencies or
chronic conditions develop slowly and persist or worsen over time.
What other symptoms might occur with swollen gums?
Swollen gums may accompany other symptoms, which vary depending on the
underlying disease, disorders or condition. Symptoms that frequently
affect the gums may also involve other body systems.
Common symptoms that may occur along with swollen gums
Swollen gums may accompany other symptoms affecting the gums or mouth including:
Bleeding gums
Bright red or red-purple appearance to gums
Gums that are tender when touched but are painless otherwise
Painful mouth sores that quickly turn to ulcers lasting 21 days or more
Receding gums
Shiny gums
Sore smaller than about half an inch, or 12 millimeters, in diameter
Ulcer with white or yellow center
Other symptoms that may occur along with swollen gums
Swollen gums may accompany symptoms related to other body systems including:
Bad breath
Bleeding
Diarrhea or constipation
Loosening or loss of the teeth
Nausea, which may be described as feelings of wooziness,
queasiness, retching, sea-sickness, car-sickness, or an upset stomach
Pale skin or pallor
Sore tongue
Swollen lymph nodes
Unexplained weight loss
Weakness, tiredness or light-headedness
Symptoms that might indicate a serious condition
In some cases, swollen gums may occur with other symptoms that might
indicate a serious condition that should be evaluated immediately in an
emergency setting. Seek immediate medical care if you, or someone you
are with, have swollen gums along with other serious symptoms including:
Difficulty swallowing or breathing
High fever (higher than 101 degrees Fahrenheit)
Severe gum bleeding
Treatment------
In this condition contact to dentist.
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