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Hi, i just want to know what causes bleeding gums, my 2yr old's gums are bleeding i'm so worried .plz help?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Bleeding gums: He may have cancker sores caused by a virus that can cause bleeding gums. He could also be cutting teeth which can cause bleeding gums. He could also have gingivitis caused by poor dental hygiene if bleeding persists see your pediatric dentist or oral surgeon.

Answered 3/2/2014

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Several possibles: At age 2 the most common possibilities are the eruption of new teeth (teething) if the bleeding is coming from behind the areas where there are existing teeth. Another option is primary herpes which would also exhibit multiple ulcers (gray/white sores with reddened rings around them). Treatment is palliative, antibiotics are of no help.

Answered 3/16/2014

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See details: If the bleeding is not related to the eruption of teeth, have your pediatrician evaluate the child.

Answered 3/2/2014

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See a pedodontist: Have your dentist look at it , or you can even go to a pediatric dentist to check cause of bleeding gums wether it's due to inflammation or decay , it needs to get diagnosed and treated ..

Answered 3/4/2014

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