A member asked:

I have a open wound under my gum it's a kinda white reddish look n had pus coming out of it?

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Pus: in the mouth is concerning for infection that needs treatment by a physician or dentist.

Answered 6/8/2016

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Question ?: What is it? Most likely a draining abscess. What should you do? See a dentist for treatment. And if you're taking antibiotics as your topic tags state, don't bother... it's not going to solve your problem, but in actuality prolong the inevitable: dental care. Feel better soon...

Answered 3/26/2016

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