<s>[INST] Ive had a bad cold plus fever (no higher than 101*). Ive also had horribly itchy gums to go with it! Is it due to mouth-breathing? Is there anything I can do to alleviate the itch? Its not constant. Brushing my teeth does not make a difference (unfortunately). . [/INST] Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting Chat Doctor, I have gone through your query, as you have cold, fever itchy gums it can be due to Viral dermatitis or due to Mouth breathing problem also.  Don't worry you apply ointment Civil twice daily on gums for itching. One Capsule vitamin B complex once daily for 7 days Consult dentist and go for mouth breathing appliance and go for Scaling and root planning properly. Hope this will help you. </s>