What Causes Symptoms Of Flu After Tooth Extraction?

Posted on Wed, 28 Dec 2016

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Wed, 28 Dec 2016 Answered on

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Question : I had two teeth extracted yesterday. I've had flu like symptoms since about two hours after the procedure. Is this normal?

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Tooth removal, fever , medication

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your query. I have gone through your query.
The tooth removal some times is associated with fever - it is normal response of the body. Nothing to be panic. You can take a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin and antipyretic like paracetamol.

I hope I have answered your query. If you have any queries reply me back. Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S (12 minutes later)

My dentist gave me Clyndamycinand said that it may take a few days before I feel better. Does that sound correct to you?

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
yes sounds correct, continue the medication

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your reply. Yes you can take a course of antibiotics preferably a combination of amoxicillin and metronidazole (if you are not allergic). If you have already started with clindamycin then continue it for a course of 5 days. What your dentist has done is right thing only. Nothing to worry you will be fine in 3 days time
I hope I have answered your query. Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad