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Swollen Gum
Hi, I have asthma but not that bad, but can i take ponstan (pain killer)? My gums/teeth are painful
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Hello...
You have gum problem called gingivitis or periodontitis depending on your gum condition , you need to go through dentist and dentist has to valuate your problem
Next Steps
Visit near by dentist as soon as possible
Health Tips
Do not take much pain killers
You can do Luke salt warm water gargles meanwhile
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Swollen and painful gums may be mainly due to deposits( plaque and calculus) that you need to get cleaned(scaling) by dentists... Painful teeth may be due to cavitation in the teeth... Complete clinical and radiological examination is necessary to rule out the cause and management
Next Steps
kindly vit dentist for further clinical examination and management
Health Tips
Avoid self medication.. Medication is only temporary relief
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