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Can A Root Canal Extraction Cause Dry Socket And Thrush?

i was recently diagnosed with sle and was on prednisone. i had a painful broken tooth and my dentist put me on clindamyacin (im allergic to pen) before i went in for a root canal that turned into an extraction. OK for two days then developed dry socket and thrush. Any ideas if this is all related? my dentist packed the socket last night but the thrush is making the paking slimy and it wont stay put leading to more pain and the t3s are not cutting it anymore.
Sat, 7 Jun 2014
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Hello!Welcome to HCM.
Steroids are one of the many risk factors for dry socket.You did not mention if you mentioned to your dentist and stopped this medication during extraction.
Candida infection is also very common during low immune status.
I suggest you to see your physician immediately for a change in the dosage of prednisolone.
Also clearly tell your dentist that you are on prednisolone.
Maintain a good oral hygiene.
You must change the dressing for dry socket everyday with your dentist.

Regards.
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Can A Root Canal Extraction Cause Dry Socket And Thrush?

Hello!Welcome to HCM. Steroids are one of the many risk factors for dry socket.You did not mention if you mentioned to your dentist and stopped this medication during extraction. Candida infection is also very common during low immune status. I suggest you to see your physician immediately for a change in the dosage of prednisolone. Also clearly tell your dentist that you are on prednisolone. Maintain a good oral hygiene. You must change the dressing for dry socket everyday with your dentist. Regards.