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My gums are sore also the tip of my tongue and the gums appear to be red.. there is no bleeding when i brush my teeth and no ulcers or cold sore. ?

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Dr. Steven Saundersanswered

Internal Medicine 45 years experience

Red sore gums: Red and sore gums maybe a sign of inflammation and infection, especially if they tend to bleed. See your dentist.

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