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Not sure if this is pregnancy related or not but i woke up out of my sleep because my gums was burning and bleeding. is this normal to happen? 36 wks

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Not sure either...: During pregnancy you undergo hormonal changes which can cause the symptoms you describe. Then again, if you haven't had a good, professional cleaning in a while, that can cause them, too. Best of luck with the baby, and attend to your own health as soon as you can...

Dr Rothstein agreed

Answered 9/6/2014

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