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I had a wisdom tooth infection which i took antibiotics for, but still have signs of infection. now i have a fever. resistant to antibiotics/related?
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Infection: Fever post wisdom tooth removal suggests dry socket or resistant infection and needs immediate follow up with oral surgeon
Answered 5/21/2016
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Sometimes: Sometimes more than one course of antibiotics, are a different antibiotic, is indicated. Generations of antibiotic misuse has created resistant bacteria. See a wisdom tooth specialist, an Oral Surgeon, for revaluation and treatment. You may need more than just pills.
Answered 2/20/2016
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