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Rt sided throat pain, very sore, painful lump under neck/jaw. pain swallowing and migraine. going on 3 wks. getting harder to breathe. ?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

ER: If you are having difficulty breathing due to airway obstruction, you need to see a physician immediately before this condition becomes life threatening. Please go NOW.

Answered 5/29/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Call 911: A dental abscess will not get better on its own. Sometimes the infection can progress to the point where swelling is partially blocking the airway, causing difficulty breathing. It is life threatening situation and need to be addressed immediately. Call 911.

Answered 7/10/2015

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