The causes of sore gums and sore throat are mainly due to the presence of inflammation in the gums and throat. 1. Sore gums and sore throat may be caused by inflammatory reactions in the gums and throat due to bacterial or viral infections, such as mouth ulcers and herpes simplex virus infections. Mouth ulcers and herpes simplex viruses can involve the oral mucosa and throat, and are usually treated with watermelon cream or antiviral medications. 2. Sore gums and sore throats can also be caused by pharyngitis or tonsillitis spreading into the mouth and secondary infections causing sore gums. gingivitis or periodontitis can also spread into the throat and secondary infections causing sore throats. It can be treated with antibiotics, including cephalosporin, azithromycin, penicillin, erythromycin and so on. It is recommended to go to the hospital to identify the pathogen infection, and use targeted antibiotics for specific pathogens for treatment, which can control the infection more effectively. Drugs should be used under the guidance of a physician.