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I have this spot on my gums. its been there 5 days. it has a grey yellow center and red around it. some pus came out after i applied peroxide. cancer?
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No: That could be an abscess forming from a decayed tooth that got infected , see a dentist for treatment , usually be either taking that tooth out or having root canal treatment done to preserve the tooth and restore it.
Answered 6/13/2018
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No...: It sounds more like an infection. I would suggest seeing your dentist asap.
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