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    KUjayhawk1013 Posts: 6, Reputation: 1
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    Oct 1, 2008, 09:33 AM
    Gum pain
    Hi, recently one of my gums, just around one bottom tooth, has become swollen and painful. I have been using dip tobacco for the past 3 months but have quit now, can anyone help me understand what might be going on?
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    Oct 1, 2008, 07:14 PM

    I'd suggest you see your dentist and have him/her check for oral cancer. In the mean time you can try rinsing with warm salt water.
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    Oct 2, 2008, 04:51 PM
    What would be some side effects?
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    Oct 4, 2008, 10:21 PM

    Cancer is typically painless and is not common in the gingiva (gums). Go to the dentist if you can. My first guess would be a periodontal abscess (infection in a pocket in your gums) Try flossing the area thoroughly and rinse with salt water or listerine, and if it doesn't resolve, go to your dentist.
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    Oct 4, 2008, 10:22 PM
    Plus cancer does not happen after 3 months so don't worry!
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    Oct 5, 2008, 08:54 AM

    Here's more info on oral cancer.

    What You Need To Know About™ Oral Cancer - National Cancer Institute

    There is no time frame for cancer to start. You do not have to be in the "high risk" category to get oral cancer.
    It's a good thing you have stopped using dip, I hope you aren't using tobacco at all.

    Good luck
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    Oct 5, 2008, 06:10 PM
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    Really helpful and knowledgeable
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