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Can it be gum cancer?
I have a swelling in gum for one week. It bleeds when brushed. There was little pain too. My dentist says it's severe gingivitis or periodontitis. After taking antibiotics the swelling has went down a little. (Around 70% is cured). Doctor has also suggested to clean the teeth once every year. Should I be concerned that it can be gum cancer? (No alcohol or tobacco use history)
I want to take second opinion because I am scared
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Hello dear
Please be calm
See in your age there are very less chances of gum cancer.the history you are telling is also not supportive of cancer.so I suggest you to please share pic for exact confirmation of diagnosis.for more information you can consult me
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Hello..
Don't be scared
It is infection of gums that, if ignored can lead to periodontitis (bone loss and tooth mobility).
It just needs a good session of teeth cleaning (scaling).
Next Steps
Visit your doctor and get scaling done
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Don't overthink about its connection to cancer.
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You need professional oral prophylaxis (cleaning of teeth). Bleeding will slowly stop after this. It's not related to any cancer. But you should take care of oral hygiene. After prophylaxis, maintain it with proper brushing and mouthwash. Hope it helps.
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Go for scaling
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Periodontal issue are way to common . Proper history is must .
If this is from a long span you need to go for cbc ( complete blood count ) , bleeding time and clotting time .
Second gingivitis can also be drug induced.
A proper medical history is must .
And don’t worry this is not related to any Malignancy.
Next Steps
Go for a clinical examination with all proper investigation.
Health Tips
Scaling ( oral prophylaxis) and root planning .
Vitamin c 500 mg
Stolin gum paint thrice a day , massage it on gums
Rexidine mouthwash for 1 week
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Hello mam.. Good evening.. Many people nowadays are facing this issue.. It's normal..
Don't worry..
As there is a swelling, antibiotics are given..
And to prevent bleeding, scaling is recommended..
Don't worry.. There is no complications like cancer..
Thank you..
Next Steps
do scaling..
Health Tips
do brushing twice a day
do flossing
use mouth wash
use tongue scaper
take vitamin c rich foods..
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