Question 1

are swollen glands common with canker sores? could i have an infection? i have had a huge canker sore on my cheek now i have a small ones on my tounge, lip, and back near my wisdom tooth and my glands are swollen and feels better after i brush.

Accepted Answer

Hello, : Hello, our lymph system drains germs, old blood cells and other "junk" in the body. There are a number of lymph nodes on the jaw and on the neck, that help to drain the mouth. Lymph nodes usually aren't felt. However, when they become inflammed (like working double time with a canker sore) then they can become enlarged and tender.  It is not uncommon to have swollen lymph nodes with  canker sores.

Question 2

i'm 18 years old how common would it be for me to get any hpv infection in the mouth. i got vaccinated 3 years ago. ?

Accepted Answer

HPV: The current HPV vaccine covers the three most troublesome serotypes of the virus. However, there are literally hundreds of subtypes of this virus. So HPV infection could still occur even if you are vaccinated. Safer practice is more protective.

Question 3

have been diagnosed with upper respiratory tract infection accompanied by stabbing pain in head, which tends to move around - is this common ?

Accepted Answer

URI: Sometimes you can get sinus inflammation with a URI as well as fluid build up behind the ears - this is common.  It can also cause headache or head pain like you're describing.

Question 4

i'm on day 4 of levaquin (levofloxacin) for sinus infection & feel really weird- head fog/head pressure not from sinus infection & heart palpitations. is this common?

Accepted Answer

Foggy head: Until the sinus infection clears, you will still feel fullness in the head. Try irrigating the nose with saline 50 cc into each nostril 5 times a day. Saline is made mixing one tsp kosher salt to one quart of water. You will need at least 10 days of levaquin (levofloxacin). Good luck and feel better.

Question 5

can a sinus infection or a common cold cause any dry mouth? or even cause your body to produce more saliva than normal in the case of nasal drainage?

Accepted Answer

: Rhinosinusitis or common cold can cause dry mouth because you tend to do mouth breathing during sleep with those condition.
Nasal or post nasal drainage has nothing to do with saliva production by my opinion.

Question 6

stuffy nose, dry mouth, throat clearing/phlegm, bad breath, fatigue & lack of appetite with slight nausea.... possible sinus infection? or just a common cold?

Accepted Answer

: The duration of your symptoms is not specified. If there has been prolonged congestion, discuss a course of antibiotics with your PCP. Nasal saline rinses often relieve symptoms.  Maintain good oral hygiene. Monitor temperature and watch for productive cough and fever.

Question 7

how can i cure my lip infection?

Accepted Answer

Depends: An infection of the lips may be of viral or bacterial origin. If viral, very often it is not treated, if it is severe, acyclovir, zovirax or other anti-viral meds may be used. Sometimes steroids are used. Bacterial infections are treated with antibiotic therapy.

Question 8

can you get a yeast infection on your lips?

Accepted Answer

Yeast infection: This would be unusual but can occur.

Question 9

why do i get infections on my upper and lower lip after i shave?

Accepted Answer

Uncertain: How old and how clean are the razors you are using?

Question 10

is it safe to use mupirocin on the lips for an infection?

Accepted Answer

Need to be seen: The medicine is safe however infections on the lips could be viral infections and you should see a Doctor to be sure and get the right medication

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Are swollen glands common with canker sores? could i have an infection? i have had a huge canker sore on my cheek now i have a small ones on my tounge, lip, and back near my wisdom tooth and my glands are swollen and feels better after i brush.

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I'm 18 years old how common would it be for me to get any hpv infection in the mouth. i got vaccinated 3 years ago. ?

A member asked:

Have been diagnosed with upper respiratory tract infection accompanied by stabbing pain in head, which tends to move around - is this common ?

A member asked:

I'm on day 4 of levaquin (levofloxacin) for sinus infection & feel really weird- head fog/head pressure not from sinus infection & heart palpitations. is this common?

A member asked:

Can a sinus infection or a common cold cause any dry mouth? or even cause your body to produce more saliva than normal in the case of nasal drainage?

A member asked:

Stuffy nose, dry mouth, throat clearing/phlegm, bad breath, fatigue & lack of appetite with slight nausea.... possible sinus infection? or just a common cold?

A member asked:

How can i cure my lip infection?

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Can you get a yeast infection on your lips?

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Why do i get infections on my upper and lower lip after i shave?

A member asked:

Is it safe to use mupirocin on the lips for an infection?

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