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Half of my face is swollen and its hard to drink fluids with or without a straw i drool no matter what ?
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Sounds serious. : The symptoms you describe are serious and could be associated with a deep space neck infection. This can begin from a bad tooth, and requires immediate medical attention. Call your physicians office or go to an emergency room right away.
Answered 12/9/2013
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