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Gum Infection With Cracking Sound In Neck, Shoulders And Back. No Relief From Medication. Help
gum infection along with cracking sounds in neck , shoulders and back. Gum infection came first, started on 500 mg of amoxicillin 3 times a day, gum has not cleared up after 12 days, and the cracking along with stiffness in the neck, and some soreness in the back and shoulders started about 4 days into the therapy. Any clues?
Tue, 21 May 2013
Hello,
Basically you're suffering from Gingivitis.
Maintain good oral hygiene.
Brush your teeth regularly.
Avoid injuries to the gums while brushing.
Take Vitamin C supplements.
Consult the dentist for an appropriate antibiotic regimen.
The neck stiffness and soreness of the back and shoulder any due to myalgia following the infection or it may be a separate entity.
Basically you're suffering from Gingivitis.
Maintain good oral hygiene.
Brush your teeth regularly.
Avoid injuries to the gums while brushing.
Take Vitamin C supplements.
Consult the dentist for an appropriate antibiotic regimen.
The neck stiffness and soreness of the back and shoulder any due to myalgia following the infection or it may be a separate entity.
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