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Molar extracted 1 day ago.said to have dental abscess.no xray done.prescribed with erythromycin for 7 days, currently day 2. when will pain subside?
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Upto a week: It is not uncommon for pain to last for several days but should improve each day. If not, you had better have your dentist reevaluate your condition.
Answered 1/14/2016
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