Bleeding or swollen gums

For bleeding or swollen gums, see dentists first.

Gums that bleed when brushing or look red and puffy. Usually gum disease from plaque, which a scaling treats.

Also searched as: মাড়ি দিয়ে রক্ত পড়ে, মাড়ি ফোলা, mari diye rokto, mari fola, dat majle rokto

Go to hospital now

  • Heavy bleeding that will not stop with firm pressure
  • Gum bleeding during or soon after a fever, particularly with belly pain, repeated vomiting or marked weakness
Call 999

Who to see: Dentists

A dentist examines the teeth and gums and can take an X-ray.

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Common questions

Which doctor should I see for bleeding or swollen gums (mari diye rokto)?
See dentists first. A dentist examines the teeth and gums and can take an X-ray.
When should you go to hospital straight away?
Heavy bleeding that will not stop with firm pressure; Gum bleeding during or soon after a fever, particularly with belly pain, repeated vomiting or marked weakness. Emergency number: 999.
Where can I find dentists?
Most dentists are listed in Dhaka (238), Chattogram (55), Cumilla (48), Sylhet (37), Gazipur (30). Pick your district for chamber addresses. DhakaChattogramCumillaSylhetGazipur

General information only, not a diagnosis. If you are worried, see a doctor.

Sources: nhs.uk