Hi, I ve had the flu (lasted about 2 and a half weeks) - and since Wednesday, I ve had super sore gums. Could this be related to the flu? At first I thought it was my sinuses, sore after constantly blowing my nose; but now I know it s definitely my gums. They are quite red and extremely sore.... gargling salt water, taking paracetamol and aspirin or even using mouth ulcer/ teething gels don t help - what can I do?
Dear friend. Thanks for sharing your concern. The reason for sore gums appears to be flu presently. But it can also be due too mild to moderate gingivitis developed over a period of time. Have you had sore and bleeding gums previously, anytime? Then please mention.Also, I would like to suggest you to take treatment for flu, but please make a simultaneous visit to your dentist too. So that the gums can be evaluated clinically, and the treatment can be offered to you.Meanwhile, use antiseptic mouth rinses along with warm saline rinses that you are doing. Please write to us for further query. Hope it helpsThanks. Take care.