Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I went to my dentist a few days back with the discovery of an abscess which was connected to a broken tooth. It then spread to my cheek and got swollen. I am on Amoxicillin and Flagyl for five days. Today is my last day. Unfortunately, the swelling has not entirely decreased, I am still left with a small hard sack of presumable pus. How can this be removed or will it go away naturally in a few days?
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I had gone through your question and I can understand your concern.
It looks like the infection is over if there is no pus and pain anymore. The swelling that is hard and remains there is called antibioma. It may take some time to resolve and will not need any further antibiotic medication. In case the swelling is tender on touch, or if still there is a pain, you may need medication for two more days.
Take care.
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Answered byDr. Muzaffer Hussain Parray
Medically reviewed byDr. Divya Banu M
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