A member asked:

Can wisdom tooth removal lead to an eye infection? my eye is red painful and producing yellow mucus causing my eye to get sealed shut while i sleep. on the same side that i got stitches and my jaw is most swollen and still painful 5 days after?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You should be examined by a doctor as soon as possible by an oral surgeon or an ENT doctor. Take care.

Answered 6/26/2023

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You need to be seen by an eye care physician, most likely a cellulitis and would need systemic antibiotics

Answered 6/29/2023

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