1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Tooth and Mouth

  4. Blood in gums. Foul smell from mouth.

Blood in gums

2021-06-19 18:19:04
Post COVID I have a blood in gums. They have become so sensitive that if I press something against my closed mouth as well, they bleed. When I brush there is blood as well. Along with foul smell from mouth.
162 Views

Answers (5)

Consult Now
Pls get a scaling done first. use chlorhexidine mouthwash for 7 days

Answered2021-06-22 16:10:25

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced dentist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+101
Consult with a dentist
Online now
Consult Now
Luke warm black salt water gargle 2-3 times/day. Betadine gargle, once a day after food for 10 day followed by brushing.

Answered2021-06-20 04:53:29

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Consult Now
Hello dear Please be aware See in some patients definitely the oral hygiene is affected a lot after covid recovery.i suggest you to maintain oral hygiene by regularly brushing  twice a day and rinsing with every meal.for further detail  you can consult me Thanks

Answered2021-06-19 18:31:41

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Dear Patient Bleeding gums and sensitive are common sypmtoms of many dental problems. I advise you to visit a Dentist. Before it worsens.  For immediate relief take warm salt water gargle.
Health Tips
avoid self medication and diagnosis

Answered2021-06-20 06:17:20

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Seems there is inflammation caused post covid... Take an anti inflammatory nsaid e.g. Diclofenac 50 mg BD.use one hexidine oral rinse for 5 days.

Answered2021-06-19 18:32:46

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Articles you may like

Do Your Gums Bleed-Helping Guide

Dr.Swasti Jain

More than 80% of adults have some form of periodontal disease and 99% of those have no signs to indicate they have a pro ... Read more

Can Receding Gums Grow Back?

Dr.Ishwari Bhirud

The gums that surround and hold the teeth in place in your mouth can be impacted by a number of conditions that can resu ... Read more

5 Benefits of Donating Blood You Will Be Surprised to Know

Dr.Sandeep Jassal

World Blood Donor Day is observed around the world on June 14 to raise awareness about the need for donating blood regul ... Read more

The Link Between Gum Health and Heart Disease

Dr.Ishwari Bhirud

Claiming around 750,000 lives each year, heart disease is the No. 1 killer of both men and women in the India. Did you k ... Read more

Effects of Gum Disease on General Health

Dr.Vijita Mehta

Diabetes and Periodontal DiseaseDiabetic patients are more likely to develop periodontal disease, which in turn can incr ... Read more

Importance of Gums Aesthetics

Dr.Ragini Parmar

Respect Nature’s Crown and Don’t Expose The Roots!When you smile, you are not only exposing your teeth but also your gum ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Usage of stolin gum paint

45151 Views
I have been suffering from very high fever from the last 3 days...due to all the heavy antibiotics my gum ...Read More

Swollen gums

38581 Views
When ever I eat red meat, It gets stuck inbetween my premolars and molars. How much ever I try to remove ...Read More

Gums Inflammation after Crown placement

31265 Views
Hello all Respected Doctors , I had done my RCT in molar teeths , First RCT - Oct2016 and another one in ...Read More

Gum paint procedure

31099 Views
Hii, Could you please tell me how to use gum paint. For how many minutes we have to keep that on gums aft ...Read More

Food stuck in gum

25969 Views
Food is stuck in my gum behind the tooth and my gum is swollen. I tried to remove it with a tooth pick bu ...Read More

Blood from Gums

13 Views
What is this spot in my gums blood was coming from here went to dentist to get it cleaned as there bacter ...Read More

Why does my gums look so red?

49 Views
Help. I have gums that looks extremely red for years now. I am worried it could be something bad. I had t ...Read More

Swollen gum near capped 2nd molar

86 Views
Gum is swollen with a small white spot as seen in the picture. It is no very painful but a little discomf ...Read More

Sores, Cuts on gums

31 Views
While biting and chewing 1 tablespoon of raw flax seeds, I got cuts and sores on my extreme right gums. T ...Read More

Tooth aches and bleeding in the gums

48 Views
I brushed a little extra hard and now my teeth are hurting for 2 days. My gums are also bleeding and it m ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.