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Dentist Prescribed To Take Amoxicillin. Glands In Lower Chin Swelling. Have Asthma. Remedy?

hello i'm rachelle ann seracarpio . my dentist prescribed me to to take 500 mg amoxicillin 3 times a day. i followed her instructions but after 4 days, my glands began to swell in my lower chin....I dont know what to do ....Should i take another medicine to stop the swelling or should i resume taking amoxicillin ...by the way, i have an asthma
Wed, 26 Jun 2013
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Critical Care Specialist 's  Response
Hi thanks for your question.
The enlarged glands which you are having under chin most probaby could be enlaged submental and cervical lymph node.These lymphnodes get enlarged in infection of the oral cavity.The infection you are having in your oral cavity for which amoxicillin was prescribed to you is most probably resistant to amoxicillin.Reconsult your dentist she may change your antibiotic.Antibiotics will not affect asthama.
Hope this answers your question.
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Dentist Dr. Bindiya Bhaskar's  Response
Hello,

Thanks for posting your query in hcm forum.

From the details provided,the concern for dental visit is not mentioned.

Since the swelling is at the region of lower chin,chances of developing abscess has to be ruled out.

Meanwhile,continue with your medicines or get them replaced by a physician.

Maintain oral care.
Get the abscess drained and curetted well if present.

Take care.
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Dentist Prescribed To Take Amoxicillin. Glands In Lower Chin Swelling. Have Asthma. Remedy?

Hi thanks for your question. The enlarged glands which you are having under chin most probaby could be enlaged submental and cervical lymph node.These lymphnodes get enlarged in infection of the oral cavity.The infection you are having in your oral cavity for which amoxicillin was prescribed to you is most probably resistant to amoxicillin.Reconsult your dentist she may change your antibiotic.Antibiotics will not affect asthama. Hope this answers your question.