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Can hiv cause gums to change. teeth to feel like they shifted? a lot plaque. bad breath
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Out of Context: No. Not in and of itself. Are you HIV positive? Do you not take your medications to keep your immune system strong? Poor dental health is not in any way a symptom of early HIV infection.
Answered 7/16/2014
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Advanced gingivitis: Patients with HIV have gum disease that gets worse very quickly. Puss coming from gums can be a sign that you already have, advanced gum disease. The bacteria and other particles, constantly form a sticky, colorless toxic “plaque” on teeth causing the gums to become inflamed and to easily bleed and teeth to become loose. This is a serious problem, which should be checked by a dentist.
Answered 10/22/2015
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