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I've recently had my wisdom teeth. removed and i've been having some really bad headaches im in a lot of pain ?

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Dr. Srinivas Katta answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Headaches: It is normal to have headaches when wisdom tooth is removed and how close to the nerves was it sitting when i twas removed. I can understand how you are feeling. Please see a dentist.

Answered 3/28/2014

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Headaches from?: The headaches may or may not be related to the recent surgery. I can't determine that over the internet. See the surgeon who removed your teeth and ask if you also need to see your physician.

Answered 5/3/2015

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Dry socket: You may have a dry socket (alveolar osteitis) which occurs after wisdom tooth removal as often as 8%of the time. You should see your Surgeon for a proper evaluation and treatment as necessary.

Answered 5/13/2014

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

See Oral Surgeon: See the Oral Surgeon. Meantime, use ibuprofen 4 x day (400 mg) to see if it subsides. Don't wait for the pain. If it has been about 3-5 days ago that you had surgery, then you may have a dry socket or two. See the Oral Surgeon. Good Luck. Do not wait.

Answered 12/21/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Not uncommon: The removal of impacted teeth is a significant surgical procedure. Stress, which you may experience before or after the operation can cause a headache. Use NSAIDs and/or Tylenol (acetaminophen) for headache and pain control and follow your surgeon's instructions.

Answered 3/1/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Possible.: Possibly related. See the dentist who extracted the teeth to sort things out.

Answered 5/3/2015

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