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If you had an abscessed tooth removed but you still have swelling and pain where the tooth used to be could the infection still be in the jaw or gums?
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∙ 18y ago
That depends on how recently you had the tooth removed. If it was a few days ago, some swelling and pain are normal. But if it's been a week or more, that's not good. Yes, the infection could have spread. Call your dentist. It may be as simple as being prescribed antibiotics and/or the dentist may need to see you. ~ T
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What happens if an abscessed tooth ruptures?
Abscessed means infection and if it ruptures, this means that fluid will spill in to your mouth which could cause further infection the best thing to do is to see a dentist who will give you antibiotics.
Can you die if an abscessed tooth busts open?
ANY infection needs to be treated immediately with antibiotics, as you could become VERY sick if the infection enters your bloodstream. If you get "blood poisoning" and it goes untreated you could possibly die.
What could be causing swelling in the throat and difficulty swallowing?
Throat infection or tonsillitis.
Had a pimple over your impacted wisdom teeth so you picked at it and it became a wound you used few cleansers to avoid the infection the next morning it made your cheek swelling why is that?
You need to go to the Emergy Room and get some antibiotics. The swelling is cellulitus could be fatal, and could become Ludwig's angina (swelling of the throat which could strangle you). My bf had it recently and has to get them removed still or it can happen again. They put him on IVs, he could have died. He had IVs at home for a week. So don't let it become too serious. He uses backwash and keeps his mouth very clean now to avoid another (painful and expensive) infection until he gets them removed..
What could happen if you do not have an abscessed tooth checked?
Well besides the obvious, pain and distress it causes. The infection could very easily spread through the blood stream and you can become very ill. Better to get started on antibiotics, and when the infection is cleared have the tooth removed or fixed. ------------ Abscess is an extremely serious condition and if left untreated it could lead to life threatening conditions. Sometimes patients don't feel constant pain, there is a swelling and it hurts only when they apply pressure on it, and even in those situations abscess have to be treated. Check this video with very interesting info about abscess - http://www.checkdent.com/en/videos/tooth-abscess-9.html
What are some complications of rhinoplasty?
There are many complications that could occur, such as necrosis, meaning death of tissue that would need to be removed. Infection could occur which could move to the bloodstream. Commonly mild side effects are all that one would experience such as swelling, bruising, and mild bleeding.
What could cause swelling and reddening around the eyes?
Did you take a load of spooge in the eye? That can cause a nasty infection.
How long after a toothache begins could it become abscessed?
2days
What is redness and itching and swelling around your toes and toenails?
It could be a fungal infection. You could try over the counter "athletes foot" remedies but if they do not work or if the swelling is significant or it is getting painful you should see your doctor. It could some other problems.
Is swelling which is like a hard lump after a puncter wound anything to worry about?
It could be a sign of a possible infection. Go to your FMD.
Causes of pain and swelling on inner labia?
You're going to die
What are the 4 common symptoms associated with infection?
Systemic infection precipitates fever, malaise, myalgia, nausea. A local infection, such as an infected wound, could cause pain, swelling, colour change, and temperature increase.
