Patient's question:
I am five months pregnant. Last month, I went to the hospital for a prenatal check-up. Because of lower back pain, the doctor prescribed me Dalikang brand Iron-Zinc-Calcium Tablets. Since starting to take the calcium tablets, I have experienced swollen and painful gums and bleeding when brushing my teeth in the morning. Could this be related to taking the calcium tablets?Doctor's answer:
Bleeding gums may be caused by tartar or periodontal disease. Tartar attached to the neck of the teeth constantly irritates the gums, causing inflammation and bleeding. Periodontal disease, on the other hand, is a condition where the tissues around the teeth become diseased, leading to gum swelling, inflammation, and capillary dilation and congestion. Once stimulated by chewing or improper brushing, it often results in bleeding gums.