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Gums swelling
I have swelling here in gums and it has been there for 4 days aprrox and today I noticed there is also slighttt swelling below and above incisor tooth of opposite sides. It hurt when i'm chewing food as the opposing tooth bites on gum other than that there is no such problem like dysphagia or swelling on the outside of jaw. The pain radiates sometimes to jaw.
Yesterday i went to the dentist he said it might be viral parotitis as it is going around but i feel that is less likely the case, or it might me??
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Tess ointment for local application bd..
T b complex od for for 4 week
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First stop smoking if u r habitual.then just proper brushing and flossing will do. Good oral hygiene will take care.
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It appears like a pericoronitis .Do antiseptic mouth wash gargling,take OTC analgesics, consult a dentist for a suitable antibiotic if needed
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Based on your description and the location of the swelling (behind the last molar), this is highly suggestive of Pericoronitis—an inflammation of the gum tissue surrounding a partially erupted wisdom tooth. When the opposing tooth bites down on this swollen flap of gum (operculum), it causes significant pain and can radiate to the jaw. While your dentist mentioned viral parotitis, the fact that the pain is localized to where the teeth meet and worsens with chewing makes a dental/gum infection like Gingivitis or Pericoronitis much more likely."
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Soft Diet: "Stick to soft foods like khichdi, curd, or mashed potatoes for the next 48 hours. Avoid sharp, crunchy, or spicy foods that can physically irritate the swollen gum tissue further."
Avoid Hot Fomentation: "Do not apply hot packs to the outside of your jaw, as this can sometimes increase the internal pressure of an infection. Stick to warm oral rinses instead."
Caution: "If you notice that the swelling is moving toward your throat or making it difficult to open your mouth fully (Trismus), you must see a dentist or oral surgeon urgently."
Red Flags: "Seek immediate medical attention if you develop a high fever, difficulty breathing, or significant swelling on the outside of your neck or face."
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Could be gingivitis or parotitis.
Take tab cefi'xime 200mg one morning and one evening for 5days.
Tab combiflam one every 8hours for 3 days.
Rinse mouth with listening mouth wash, after meals.
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Please consult a Dentist
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From your description and the photo, this looks more like a localized gum tooth related swelling rather than typical parotitis, and these are usually very manageable with proper treatment. You should consult a dentist.
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From the photo, the swelling appears more localized around the back lower gum near the molar region rather than the typical pattern of Parotitis, which usually causes swelling near the cheek/jaw area close to the ear and often causes pain while eating or reduced saliva flow.
This looks more suggestive of:
* local gum inflammation
* irritation from partially erupted wisdom tooth/pericoronitis
* food impaction/infection around the molar
* traumatic biting of swollen gum tissue
The fact that:
* pain increases while chewing,
* opposing tooth is biting the swollen gum,
* swelling is localized inside the mouth,
makes a dental/gum cause more likely than viral parotitis from the image and symptoms provided.
Next Steps
1. Revisit a dentist if:
* swelling increases,
* pus/bad taste develops,
* fever occurs,
* mouth opening becomes painful,
* facial swelling appears,
* or pain worsens.
2. You may need:
* dental examination specifically for wisdom tooth eruption/pericoronitis
* X-ray (OPG) if wisdom tooth involvement is suspected
3. Meanwhile:
* warm salt water gargles 4–5 times/day
* maintain oral hygiene gently
* avoid chewing on that side
* avoid very spicy/hard foods
4. If viral parotitis is truly present, symptoms usually include:
* swelling near ear/cheek externally,
* pain while salivating/eating,
* fever/body ache,
* tenderness over salivary gland
Your current picture does not strongly point toward classic parotitis.
Health Tips
* Food trapped near the last molar commonly causes this type of gum swelling.
* Do not repeatedly touch or press the area with fingers/tongue.
* Chlorhexidine mouthwash (if prescribed by dentist) may help reduce local gum inflammation.
* Stay hydrated.
* If the swelling starts spreading to the face or causes difficulty swallowing/breathing, seek urgent care immediately.
A focused online dental consultation with review of the exact tooth position and symptoms can help determine whether this is simple gum inflammation, wisdom tooth-related infection, or something requiring antibiotics or a dental procedure.
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Betadine gargles
Tab b plex forte once in afternoon for one week
Consult for further queries and treatment plan.
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Tab oflox oz two times after food for five days.
Zerodol sp three times a day after food for five days.
Metrogyl ointment to rub on gum two times. Maintain hygiene with listrine month wash.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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Kolkata
Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Vitamin deficiency
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Dr. Sanskriti
General Physician
4 yrs exp
New Delhi
This looks like localized gum swelling (gingivitis/periodontal abscess) rather than viral parotitis — parotitis affects the parotid gland, not gums. See a dentist for X-ray, antibiotics, and drainage if needed. Consult me privately for further guidance.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Walk
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Dr. Chaithra H
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Bangalore
Needs to be evaluated
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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