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What Causes Spitting Of Blood?
Hi I have noticed a taste of blood in my mouth and I quenched my mouth and have noticed a trace of blood coming up Is this something to be concerned about? I think it may be coming from a bridge that I had put on 7 years ago but not 100% sure Just wondering why all sudden
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Hi,
Spitting of blood could be from oral cavity (gums swelling, ulcer on tongue), dental bridge irritation, throat irritation, forceful coughing, use of blood thinners or pulmonary (Lung) conditions like tuberculosis. In case there are no other symptoms, you should consult your dentist for examination of the site of bridge do needful corrections or advise otherwise. For personal care, be careful about oral hygiene, have sufficient vitamin C (Lemon) and B complex (Sprouts).
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
Spitting of blood could be from oral cavity (gums swelling, ulcer on tongue), dental bridge irritation, throat irritation, forceful coughing, use of blood thinners or pulmonary (Lung) conditions like tuberculosis. In case there are no other symptoms, you should consult your dentist for examination of the site of bridge do needful corrections or advise otherwise. For personal care, be careful about oral hygiene, have sufficient vitamin C (Lemon) and B complex (Sprouts).
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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Hello,
Blood from mouth is not so uncommon. It is seen in dental injury, injury to gums by hard toothbrush, aphthous ulcers in mouth, tongue biting, dentures and severe pharyngitis with cough. Most probably you might be having gum problems. You can consult a dentist for a specific diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist
Blood from mouth is not so uncommon. It is seen in dental injury, injury to gums by hard toothbrush, aphthous ulcers in mouth, tongue biting, dentures and severe pharyngitis with cough. Most probably you might be having gum problems. You can consult a dentist for a specific diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist
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