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I have my wisdom teeth still growing in it's been about a year and all of a sudden i got a lump on my left wisdom tooth and it's kind of squishy and when i pushed on it pus stared coming out and theres a little blood on the gum. what is this?
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Infection: Is the likely answer. Please see your dentist or doctor ASAP so it does not spread. Peace and good health.
Answered 8/7/2017
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Infection: You have an infection. See your dentist to get it fixed.
Answered 8/8/2017
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Infection: Wisdom teeth are probably partially impacted or would have been fully erupted by now. Please see a specialist Oral Surgeon.
Answered 8/8/2017
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