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Black gum on upper jaw

2025-02-11 17:55:10
Hi all, My baby is 2 months old he has black gum which is almost like which covers 2 tooth space in the upper jaw is it normal
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Please share the images of the gum and also mention if it was visible since birth or have been noticed now? Was the baby born at term?
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If baby has any bleeding tendency/ shrill cry/ or any other symptoms please visit a pediatrician.

Answered2025-02-13 09:27:49

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Answered2025-02-12 15:31:53

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