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Trench mouth

Alternative Names: Vincent's stomatitis; Acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis Symptoms: Painful gums Profuse gum bleeding in response to any pressure or irritation Gums appear reddened and swollen Grayish film on the gums Crater-like ulcers between the teeth Foul taste in the mouth Bad breath Note: Symptoms often begin suddenly. Signs and tests: Text Continues Below The health care provider will examine your mouth to look for signs of trench mouth: Inflamed gums Destruction of gum tissue around the teeth Crater-like ulcers filled with plaque and food debris. There may be a gray film caused by decomposed gum tissue. Occasionally, fever may be present or lymph nodes of the head and neck may be swollen. Dental X-rays or facial X-rays may be performed to determine the extent of infection and tissue destruction. This disease may also alter the results of a throat swab culture.

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