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Suggest Remedy For Severe Headache,toothache And Lump Under Tongue

hi my fried had a problem with his salvia ducks,he went to his doctor who gave him antibiotics theyndidnt help ,he has got a small lump under his tonuge and cannot open his mouth wide only slightly, he is getting terrible headaches and toothache he is terrifide of dentists ,his doctor wouldnt give him anotherstronger antibiotic, he thinks it might be an abcess could you enlighten me to what the cause may be
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query severe headache, toothache and lump under tongue indicates that there is dental abscess formation due to infection extending from tooth to region below root apex leading to pus formation and lump. It can be swollen lymph node due to infection and blockage of salivary gland duct. I would suggest you to consult a dentist and get proper cleaning of the area done followed by irritation with hydrogen peroxide, betadine and saline. Take combination of Diclofenac and Ibuprofen. Chew on citrus substances. Use digital palpation method to allow salivary flow. Go for root canal treatment of concerned tooth to prevent further spread of infection.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Remedy For Severe Headache,toothache And Lump Under Tongue

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query severe headache, toothache and lump under tongue indicates that there is dental abscess formation due to infection extending from tooth to region below root apex leading to pus formation and lump. It can be swollen lymph node due to infection and blockage of salivary gland duct. I would suggest you to consult a dentist and get proper cleaning of the area done followed by irritation with hydrogen peroxide, betadine and saline. Take combination of Diclofenac and Ibuprofen. Chew on citrus substances. Use digital palpation method to allow salivary flow. Go for root canal treatment of concerned tooth to prevent further spread of infection. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari