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Why do I have a swelling of the gums on my impacted wisdom tooth and tenderness of my lymph nodes?
Query: Hello doctor, I have an impacted wisdom tooth. Two days ago, the gum over the top of the tooth started to swell. I have tried rinsing it with salt water. Also, I have been brushing and flossing well. However, the swelling has not subsided and has also led to tender lymph nodes under my jaw, due to w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would be happy to help. You have a superficial infection of the gum over the wisdom tooth, called pericoronitis. I suggest you follow the below treatment plan: Tablet Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid 625 mg thrice daily for five days. Tabl... Read Full »
Why is there a clear discharge from my wound with redness in the wound edges after arthroscopy?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a knee arthroscopy about seven days ago, and I am worried about the wounds. The sutures did not close the wound entirely, and there is a small gap of 3 to 4 mm. Today, I noticed the wound area to be wet with a clear discharge. Also, the edges of the wound seem to be quite red... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern, and I will help you with it. I have seen the attached images you have sent (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity). Do not worry; there is nothing wrong with the wound, and sutures have been appropriately give... Read Full »