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Bad breath, Bleeding gums, Decreased appetite and Drainage or pus

WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common medical conditions indicated by the symptoms bad breath, bleeding gums, decreased appetite and drainage or pus including Hemophilia, Gingivitis, and Medication reaction or side-effect.

There are 22 conditions associated with bad breath, bleeding gums, decreased appetite and drainage or pus. The links below will provide you with more detailed information on these medical conditions from the WebMD Symptom Checker and help provide a better understanding of causes and treatment of these related conditions.

  • Hemophilia

    Hemophilia is a disorder in which the blood lacks certain clotting factors making bleeding difficult to stop.

  • Gingivitis

    Gingivitis is a mild form of periodontal (gum) disease that can cause redness, swelling, and bleeding gums.

  • Medication reaction or side-effect

    Medication side effects include nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, weakness, dizziness, seizures, and more.

  • Aspirin use

    Side effects of taking aspirin include nosebleeds, bruises, stomach pain and upset, bloody vomit and more.

  • Toothbrush irritation

    Toothbrush irritation, from improper brushing, causes receding gums, worn enamel, and tooth sensitivity.

  • Acute sinusitis

    Acute sinusitis, an inflammation of the sinuses, causes sinus pain and tenderness, facial redness and more.

  • Constipation (child)

    Constipation is having less than three bowel movements a week, causing hard stools, abdominal pain and more.

  • Allergic reaction

    Allergic reaction causes sneezing, runny nose and hives and can lead to anaphylaxis, a whole body reaction.

  • Periodontal (gum) disease

    Periodontal (gum) diseases are serious and painful infections that can lead to tooth loss if untreated.

  • Chronic sinusitis

    Chronic sinusitis, or sinus infections, cause a stuffy or runny nose, tooth pain, fever, sore throat and more.

  • Dry mouth

    Symptoms of dry mouth include sticky mouth, dry and cracked lips and tongue, sore throat, cavities, and more.

  • Eating certain foods

    Certain foods can cause unusual and sometimes unpleasant side effects, such as bad breath and heartburn.

  • Thrombocytopenia

    Thrombocytopenia causes bruising, frequent nosebleeds, and tiny red dots that look like a rash.

  • Scurvy (vitamin C deficiency)

    Scurvy is a form of vitamin C deficiency leading to anemia, nosebleeds, loose teeth, bleeding gums, and more.

  • Anosmia

    Anosmia is complete loss of smell, often caused by aging, head trauma, sinusitis, and respiratory infections.

  • Dental caries (cavities)

    Dental cavities are tiny holes in teeth and can aching pain in the tooth and jaw.

  • Blood clotting disorder

    Blood clotting disorders increase the risk that dangerous blood clots will form in the body.

  • Pre-leukemia (myelodysplastic syndrome)

    Myelodysplastic syndromes are diseases that affect the bone marrow and blood, causing anemia and tiredness.

  • Sickle cell disease

    Sickle cell disease symptoms include repeated infections, yellow skin, fatigue, dizziness, pain, and more.

  • Abscess

    A skin abscess, or boil, is a swollen, painful, red and warm lump of skin that may rupture and drain pus.

  • Lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus)

    Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease marked by swollen painful joints, a rash, swollen lymph nodes, and more.

  • Constipation (adult)

    Constipation is having less than three bowel movements a week, causing hard stools, abdominal pain and more.