FIV infection sometimes leads to gingivitis,
painful inflammation of the gums.
If left untreated, tartar buildup leads to gingivitis,
a painful inflammation of the gum line.
If you notice a scent coming from your pet's mouth, it could be an indication of a serious health condition, such as kidney disease, periodontal disease or
a painful inflammation of the gums, but dental issues should be the first suspect.
Not exact matches
Too little vitamin C can lead to signs and symptoms
of deficiency, including: Anemia, Bleeding
gums, Decreased ability to fight infection, Decreased wound - healing rate, Dry and splitting hair, Easy bruising, Gingivitis (
inflammation of the
gums), Nosebleeds, Possible weight gain because
of slowed metabolism, Rough, dry, scaly skin, Swollen and
painful joints, Weakened tooth enamel.
As it turns out, he also had a condition called stomatitis, a severe,
painful inflammation of mouth and
gums.
An animal must be restrained throughout the process and the scaling
of the teeth is
painful, especially if there is any
inflammation of the
gums or if periodontal disease is present.
Many
of our dogs undergo dental cleanings and extractions to treat
painful dental disease and prevent serious health problems that can develop from
gum inflammation such as heart, kidney, and liver disease.