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I have a horrible toothache and don't have the money to go to hospital or the dentist i have some old pain medicine is it ok to take?
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Still need evaluatio: Okay to see atleast your primary physician may require antibiotics or dental work.
Answered 12/3/2013
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No : You need to address the cause not self medicate the symptoms.Go to a professional and get diagnosed to get meds and also a cost estimate for treatment.
Answered 12/7/2013
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