Symptoms of these diseases appear first in your mouth: Doctor explains

A lot of us tend to brush off a bleeding gum as something random, thinking we might have accidentally scarred it while brushing or eating. However, experts say it's not wise to leave such symptoms uninspected. While it is the number one symptom of the gum disease called gingivitis, caused by plaque and bacterial buildup, bleeding gums can also point to various other health issues. Dr N Manoj, former president of the Indian Dental Association, Malabar, says that the symptoms of many other diseases too often appear first in your mouth. Here are a few other diseases it might be hinting at: 

What can bleeding gums mean?
1) A common symptom of anaemia, blood cancer and excessive bleeding in the body. If you have these conditions, your gums can start bleeding even when you touch them lightly, while brushing, or even when they are in a relaxed position. 
2) Vitamin C deficiency could cause scurvy, and one of its main symptoms is bleeding gums. 
3) It can be a symptom of vitamin K deficiency, kidney diseases and dengue fever. 
4)Diabetes patients may also suffer from swollen or bleeding gums. 

Frequently Asked Questions
1) What oral health-related issues can cause bleeding of the gums?
According to the Cleveland Clinic, poor oral hygiene, smoking, early, moderate and advanced stage gum diseases can cause bleeding of gums. 
2)When to approach a dentist if your gums are bleeding?
If the bleeding doesn't stop or improve within two weeks, consult your dentist to assess the condition.

3)Can you stop the bleeding of gums at home?
If the bleeding is oral health-related, you can try the following to cure it:
a) Use a soft brush
b) Brush twice a day
c) Quit smoking
d) Use a good mouthwash
e) Try rinsing your mouth with warm saltwater
f) Make flossing a daily habit