Dr. Asma Sajid Shaikh
General Practitioner
The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.
Answered by
Medically reviewed by
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I keep getting blood blisters on my gums whenever I eat something. I also get them on eating bananas. They disappear after taking an antihistamine and keep reappearing. I do not have any known allergies. Is this an allergic reaction or anything else?
Kindly guide.
Hello,
Welcome to iclinq.com.
I understand your concern and would be happy to help.
The majority of blood blisters go away on their own. The ones which do not resolve can be treated with diet modifications and medicines. Check your food's ingredients and avoid foods containing acetic acid or citric acid. It is also present in natural foods like oranges and grapefruit. Also, decrease your alcohol and hot beverage intake. Blood blisters also form due to stress. I suggest you get a CBC (complete blood count) done to check your platelet levels. If these measures do not work, you can go for a radioallergosorbent test.
I hope this helps.
Thank you.
Was this conversation helpful?
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
General Practitioner
Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. iCliniq privacy policy
