Cat has swollen lower gums (Picture included) Very Scared

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She does not seem to react when I touch her gums. She was hurt a few years back and broke a few teeth. Could this be an infection or something worse? I am going to the vet Monday but really want some advice before hand.  Im so nervous
 

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Looks like stomatitis, however is lacking the very red color that indicates complete irritation and inflammation.

She also needs a teeth cleaning.

It can be other things too, how old is she?
 
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Thank you. I am bringing her to the vet Monday. Do you think they will have to pull all of her teeth?
 
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She is 10 years old
 
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I am wondering if it could possibly be Gingival Hyperplasia? Seeing as it is not red
 

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Absolutely yes. 

I'd love to see more mouth pics, please remember I am not a vet and am giving my opinions based on my experience as I have seen and dealt with in my cat rescue group and/or my experience working with the Humane Society.

I have some education through UC Davis medical teaching school as well that I use in rescue too.

But knowing you are seeing a vet on Monday, I'm okay with giving my opinions to help get you through until then :)

Any chance of getting more pics?
 
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I greatly appreciate your input. She wont really let me get in there just a side view. I did get a quick look in the mouth earlier and I am pretty sure I saw the tip of the tooth sticking out in there. I read online that Gingival Hyperplasia can cause gums to get "tall" and she has that. Im just praying it is not tumor.
 
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