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Can Gum Infection Cause Chest Pain And Difficulty Breathing?

ive been in hospital on iv antibiotics for a very large dental abcess they have cut my gum to let the infection out but my chest is really painfull when i breathe and it feels like someone is sat on my chest wot could it be and is it anything to worry about
Wed, 16 Jul 2014
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hello
i have gone through your query.
generally dental abcess if treated in time and drained it doesnt cause much problem.
but in some cases of a severe tooth abscess complication requiring immediate hospitalization is Ludwig's angina, a serious form of cellulitis that inflames the tissues of the floor of the mouth. In extreme cases, this condition can close the air pathway and cause suffocation.

Infection also can spread to the mid-chest area, which has serious consequences on vital organs such as the heart. If the abscess doesn't drain, it may lead to sepsis.
if you still have any problem i wud advice you to consult a doctor to know your condition.

hope this ans helps.take care

Regards
Dr. Shesh
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Can Gum Infection Cause Chest Pain And Difficulty Breathing?

hello i have gone through your query. generally dental abcess if treated in time and drained it doesnt cause much problem. but in some cases of a severe tooth abscess complication requiring immediate hospitalization is Ludwig s angina, a serious form of cellulitis that inflames the tissues of the floor of the mouth. In extreme cases, this condition can close the air pathway and cause suffocation. Infection also can spread to the mid-chest area, which has serious consequences on vital organs such as the heart. If the abscess doesn t drain, it may lead to sepsis. if you still have any problem i wud advice you to consult a doctor to know your condition. hope this ans helps.take care Regards Dr. Shesh