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Certain medicines also increase the likelihood that your gums will bleed. Some over-the-counter pain relievers, like aspirin, thin the blood and can therefore increase bleeding. It's also possible for a prescription medication to cause gum bleeding. If that is the case, your doctor might prescribe a different dose or a different medication altogether.
You are right to be concerned! Bleeding gums are often the first sign of gingivitis*, a medical condition that can lead to serious consequences, including tooth loss and gum surgery. There is advice elsewhere on this website regarding steps you should take in your overall oral care regimen to properly treat this condition.