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I was having trouble getting deep breaths since i had gotten a tooth infection.now that my tooth had been removed all problems have gone away? reason?

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Dr. Robert Mokbel answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Not sure: But any infection in your mouth is not only limited the tooth , it can spread to the surrounding tissue and organs ver quickly, if the infection as draining into your throat or sinuses it could cause all kind of breathing problems. At least you got it taken care of. Good going.

Dr Sandler agreed

Answered 3/22/2020

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A member asked:

I was having trouble getting deep breaths since i had gotten a tooth infection.now that my tooth had been removed all problems have gone away? reason?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Mokbel answered

Dr Sandler agreed

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