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Painfulswelling
I have got painful swelling around my lower ear . local doctor said viral infection (malli) last 8 days no major effect of medicine . still swelled and paining. Pain triggers while eating.
Few months back I had got wisdom tooth extracted by small surgery Could it be coz of that.
Or its viral infection. Swelling covers my ear lower part in u shape.
Please suggest.
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Visit an Oral Surgeon to rule out any secondary infection. He/She will ask you to get an OPG done to analyse and diagnose the condition.
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Hello,you can do salt water rinses, but this will give you temporary relief. visit a dentist and get it checked. get an X-ray done if required. if there is a infection get it treated.
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Dr. Suman Makam
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23 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello,
Mam,you need to visit an oral surgeon and get an x-ray done to rule out any secondary infection.
Regards
Dr Sumanmakam
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Dr. Chethan R S
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11 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello there...... After your wisdom teeth have been removed, you may experience swelling and discomfort, both on the inside and outside of your mouth. This is usually worse for the first three days, but it can last for up to two weeks..... Floss at least once a day. Proper flossing removes food particles and plaque from between your teeth,...
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