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Why am I bleeding profusely after four days of wisdom tooth extraction?

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I am a 23-year-old male. I had my wisdom teeth taken out four days ago, and it has started to bleed profusely while I was sleeping, and it seems I cannot get it to stop. Kindly help.
Answered by Dr. Tooba Qazi

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Dr. Tooba Qazi is an experienced Dental Surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She treats conditions affecting the teeth and gums, including tooth repair, extractions, and artificial replacements. Her expertise spans cosmetic dentistry, restorative procedures, and preventive oral care, helping patients achieve healthy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing smiles while promoting long-term dental health and overall well-being.

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Do the following things urgently to stop bleeding.

1. Take big cotton, crush some ice and put in it and then place the pack tightly at socket place where it is bleeding.

2. Keep this cotton pack at a place for two hours.

3. After it takes out cotton and have some ice cream or drink something cold that can help to produce clot at the site.

4. Do not spit much. More you will spit, more bleeding will happen.

5. After two hours if bleeding does not stop, you should make another cotton pack and put it at the socket for four hours. Do not check for bleeding in every 10 minutes, and it causes to bleed more only.

6. You can have normal temperature meal only. Hot and hard edible things should be avoided for one day.

7. If bleeding still does not get better, then go to your dentist. Otherwise, it will be fine in a day.Give me a follow-up after 24 hours. I will guide you further if needed.

Answered by Dr. Tooba Qazi
Medically reviewed by Dr. Nithila. A
Published At August 26, 2019
Reviewed At May 5, 2026

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tooba Qazi is an experienced Dental Surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She treats conditions affecting the teeth and gums, including tooth repair, extractions, and artificial replacements. Her expertise spans cosmetic dentistry, restorative procedures, and preventive oral care, helping patients achieve healthy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing smiles while promoting long-term dental health and overall well-being.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Nithila A is a Dental Surgeon specializing in providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She focuses on preventive care, routine dental treatments, and patient education to maintain optimal oral health. Known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach, she ensures comfortable and effective dental care tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

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Dr. Tooba Qazi

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tooba Qazi is an experienced Dental Surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She treats conditions affecting the teeth and gums, including tooth repair, extractions, and artificial replacements. Her expertise spans cosmetic dentistry, restorative procedures, and preventive oral care, helping patients achieve healthy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing smiles while promoting long-term dental health and overall well-being.

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