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What Causes A Lump Behind Ears When Suffering From Tooth Infection?
My wisdom tooth is has a huge cavity, is j fected with puss and blood and hurts 24/7. On top of this I have a large lump at the bottom of my ear on the outside of my jaw as well as the inside of my mouth on the inside bottom of my jaw... What is going on?
Tue, 23 Dec 2014
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The swelling below the ears and inside of the jaw can be because of the abscess or cyst secondary to wisdom tooth infection. Nothing to be panic, consult a oral maxillofacial surgeon and get the tooth removed, You need to get a radiograph done to confirm the diagnosis. Mean while you can start with a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin and metronidazole combination.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
The swelling below the ears and inside of the jaw can be because of the abscess or cyst secondary to wisdom tooth infection. Nothing to be panic, consult a oral maxillofacial surgeon and get the tooth removed, You need to get a radiograph done to confirm the diagnosis. Mean while you can start with a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin and metronidazole combination.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
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