Hi - I am 49 and have been invited to go to Vietnam at the end of the month with a well travelled friend...the only problem is i have gum disease [confirmed by dentist] and can feel another lump on my gum, showing pus-filled spots, which will burst and return again..should i get the problem sorted before going so far away or doesnt it make any difference? thanks...Catherine
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The gum infection could be because of the deposits, the other possible cause for this repeated gum infection could be diabetes. Repeated or multiple periodontal abscess can occur in diabetes. Consult an oral physician and get it evaluated. Get your teeth cleaned once. Get the blood sugar level checked once. For the gum infection, you can take a course of antibiotics. I hope my answer will help you, take care.