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Have had a tooth infection for a month that was diagnosed today. only symptom was pain under chin and neck. how fast can infection spread to lungs?

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Fast: Get in to have this treated immediately. You do not want to risk a mediastinal complication. Good luck .

Answered 2/2/2017

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