###Human: Do swollen gums and throat pockets indicate streptococcal infection? ###Assistant: Hi. Got your complaint and checked your attachment photograph (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This is a case of gingivitis brought by streptococcus bacteria. Though it is rarest finding that the bacteria causing sore throat can cause gingivitis. I suggest the treatment tablet Ornidazole 200 mg BD for five days. Chlorhexidine 0.1 ℅ BD for 15 days. You will get relief in a couple of days. Do not worry.