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Have something on my gums

2019-06-07 17:54:47
I have pain in a specific area of my upper gum, which looks a little white. Picture updated for it. It is been paining since a week now.
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Hello mam.... It looks like a apthous ulcer.. Ulcer is break in the continuity of the oral epithelium... CAUSES OF ULCER: **Stress and anxiety **Iron deficiency anemia **Vit B 12 deficiency **irritation from sharp objects **soft tiissue injury due to trauma..
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kindly visit dentist for furthur clinical examination and management
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Apply DOLOGEL CT ...Have enough sleep and drink plenty of water..avoid stress

Answered2019-06-17 08:20:34

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Looks more like an ulcer or soft tissue injury. Need to apply some anaesthetic ointment. You can Practo consult us for any query.
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consult a dentist

Answered2019-06-09 10:25:16

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Please apply Dologel CT over the affected area

Answered2019-06-08 04:12:27

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Hello, Seems like an ulcer ..cause could be stomach upset, trauma while brushing etc
Next Steps
apply any anaesthetic gel over the area that pains will give u pain relief along with that take multivitamins
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Should resolve in another week if causing too much of discomfort must visit a dentist

Answered2019-06-07 19:31:23

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apply dologel ct over the  ulcer ..be hydrated have juices and lots of water..avoid hot and spicy food.

Answered2019-06-15 06:22:32

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mam, the pic is not very clear . u need to go to a dentist n get a check up done

Answered2019-06-13 14:15:21

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