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I have an abscess at the base of a root canal tooth. i've completed 5 days antibiotics and still feel discomfort. i am traveling in kenya for 2 weeks. should i see another dr or should i just wait to see if the abscess improves?
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Seek care: Seek Care now, more if you're planning to go to a trip. The discomfort may be only an inflammation symptom, but better be sure the abscess is improving.
Answered 8/22/2019
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See specialist: The last thing you need is for your chronic problem to become an acute problem. zPlease see a root canal specialist, an Endodontist, for intensive control.
Answered 10/5/2020
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