Swollen gums: Swelling of the gums or the gum region. See free access online books about Swollen gums below. See detailed information below for a list of 94 causes of Swollen gums, including diseases and drug side effect causes.
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The following medical conditions are some of the possible
causes of Swollen gums.
There are likely to be other possible causes, so ask your doctor
about your symptoms.
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Other medical conditions listed in the Disease Database as possible
causes of Swollen gums as a symptom include:
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causes of Swollen gums
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The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins are some of the possible
causes of Swollen gums as a symptom.
Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using,
including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.
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medications causing Swollen gums
When combined, certain drugs, medications, substances or toxins may react causing Swollen gums as a symptom. Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using, including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.
See full list of 2 drug interactions causing Swollen gums
Non-inflammatory enlargement of the gingivae produced by factors other than local irritation. It is characteristically due to an increase in the number of cells. (From Jablonski's Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992, p400)
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The list of organs typically affected by Swollen gums may include, but is not limited to:
The list below shows some of the causes of Swollen gums mentioned in various sources:
See full list of 94 causes of Swollen gums
This information refers to the general prevalence and incidence of these diseases, not to how likely they are to be the actual cause of Swollen gums. Of the 94 causes of Swollen gums that we have listed, we have the following prevalence/incidence information:
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The following list of conditions have 'Swollen gums' or similar listed as a symptom in our database. This computer-generated list may be inaccurate or incomplete. Always seek prompt professional medical advice about the cause of any symptom.
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Depending on the seriousness of the onset of Swollen gums, you may want to consult one of the following medical professionals.
Important:In extreme cases, always seek advice from emergency services :
Gingival swelling, Gingival hyperplasia
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Medical Conditions associated with Swollen gums:
Dental symptoms (582 causes), Gum symptoms (151 causes), Swelling symptoms (3152 causes), Mouth symptoms (2889 causes), Throat symptoms (2341 causes), Head symptoms (6066 causes), Face symptoms (4405 causes)
Symptoms related to Swollen gums:
Bleeding gums (102 causes), Gum symptoms (151 causes), Gum pain (6 causes), Tooth symptoms (582 causes), Dental symptoms (582 causes), Gum infection (1 cause), Monilia, Oral fungal infection, Gum disease, Gingivitis, Poorly fitted dentures, Periodontitis, Chemical allergy, Toothpaste allergy, Mouthwash allergy, Leukemia
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