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A member asked:
I'm worried because my dad whole face was swollen after taking penicillin and now my dr is prescribing it to me for my gum infection. will i swell up as well, what do you suggest?
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No way to tell: If you're concerned, ask dentist for a different antibiotic. Know that antibiotics only control dental infections. To cure them thou need specific dental treatment.
Answered 3/22/2020
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