A member asked:

If your teeth hurts can it cause you to have fevers? my dr can't figure out why i'm running high fevers i don't know what to say

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Dr. Mohammad Khan answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Tooth infection: yes infection and abscess in tooth can cause fever. Please see a dentist

Answered 12/7/2014

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

See DDS, MD: Unless you have major infection or ANUG or primary Herpes, your teeth/mouth will typically not be the cause of a fever. More common for female is Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) . I would consult MD first to rule out infection -- may need bloodwork - before seeing DDS. Good Luck.

Answered 10/13/2016

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If infected: If teeth and/or gums are infected, the spreading infection can cause high fever. Please see your Dentist immediately. If dental/gum infection is ruled out, you live in a city with some of the best teaching hospitals in the world. It may be time to seek a second opinion.

Answered 3/26/2017

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