Question 1

what should i do? my gums on the top right side of my mouth in one spot is swollen and bright red and painful.  what can i do for the pain

Accepted Answer

See a dentist: Sounds like you have a dental abscess brewing. You should see a dentist asap.

Question 2

i woke up this morning with one side of the hard pallet in my mouth swollen and im so much pain. ive had a terrible cold too. any ideas what it is?

Accepted Answer

Swollen palate : See a dentist or oral surgeon for an exam to determine what is going on.  There are several possible causes and treatments that cannot be determined here. Get an exam asap

Question 3

my wifes swollen tonge on one side and a dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

Salivary stone?: If the swelling is actually under the tongue on that side she may have a large sublingual salivary stone that is blocking a duct. This can be confirmed with an x-ray of the area. See your dentist to have that condition diagnosed.

Question 4

what causes swollen gums on one side of mouth?

Accepted Answer

Infection?: Swollen gums are most likely due to an infection, which could be from several sources. It warrants an immediate visit to the dentist to determine the cause and appropriate treatment.

Question 5

my lip  on my mouth swollen.. it starts out itching then it swells please help it's embarrassing cause it's on one side?

Accepted Answer

Angioedema: This is an allergic reaction to something internal or external and you have to try eliminating one thing at a time in an attempt to find the culprit which may be a food, temperature,makeup,etc. Taking an antihistamine like benadryl(causes drowsiness) or Claritin (loratadine) usually helps the angioedema recede or prevents it. See an allergist if symptoms persist.

Question 6

my tongue is swollen, but only on one side (the right), and especially on the bottom where it is connected to my mouth. what should i do? benedryl?

Accepted Answer

Good 1st step: Tongue swelling can be due to many reasons but when it doubt taking benadryl (diphenhydramine) is good first choice if no medical reasons to avoid antihistamines. If this has been ongoing for awhile there may be a blockage at the salivary glands or even the veins that drain that side of the tongue. This should be seen by MD very soon to help determine what the cause if. If problems breathing or rapid swelling - ER!

Question 7

what causes a semi swollen right tonsil on one side no pain no symptoms.  can see it a bit when i open my mouth.  been like that 10 years. normal?

Accepted Answer

Tonsil asymmerty: Asymmetric tonsils are not always a cause for concern. See an ENT specialist to further evaluate

Question 8

only one side of my tongue is swollen towards the back of my mouth and it hurts to chew because of it. what could possibly be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Tongue: Possible local trauma from bite or teeth rubbing on tongue. Best to have it looked at by your pcp.

Question 9

lower lip franulum is very swollen on one side and in a lot of pain. hurts to move mouth/talk/eat. is this a serious problem?

Accepted Answer

It could be serious.: If you did not injure yourself before it started it could be serious problem of infection that requires prompt attention and antibiotics. You may want to use antiseptic mouth wash until you are able to see a doctor but it could be serious and you should get a medical evaluation because such infections could spread fast.

Question 10

used crest rinse, sores in one side of mouth, submandibular gland swollen. dead skin, dr. said normal but prescribed zpack. any advice other than this

Accepted Answer

Frequent rinsing: You may also want to frequently rinse your mouth with plain or salt water during the healing process, especially after eating. Hope this helps!

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What should i do? my gums on the top right side of my mouth in one spot is swollen and bright red and painful. what can i do for the pain

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I woke up this morning with one side of the hard pallet in my mouth swollen and im so much pain. ive had a terrible cold too. any ideas what it is?

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My wifes swollen tonge on one side and a dry mouth?

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What causes swollen gums on one side of mouth?

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My lip on my mouth swollen.. it starts out itching then it swells please help it's embarrassing cause it's on one side?

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My tongue is swollen, but only on one side (the right), and especially on the bottom where it is connected to my mouth. what should i do? benedryl?

A member asked:

What causes a semi swollen right tonsil on one side no pain no symptoms. can see it a bit when i open my mouth. been like that 10 years. normal?

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Only one side of my tongue is swollen towards the back of my mouth and it hurts to chew because of it. what could possibly be the cause?

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Lower lip franulum is very swollen on one side and in a lot of pain. hurts to move mouth/talk/eat. is this a serious problem?

A member asked:

Used crest rinse, sores in one side of mouth, submandibular gland swollen. dead skin, dr. said normal but prescribed zpack. any advice other than this

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