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How Can Swelling In The Cheeks And Jaw Be Treated?

I was recently hit multiple times, I have a black eye, swollen cheek, jaw, lips and the entire side of my face is numb. It has been since Tuesday night,so approximately 4 days. I have no feeling in my lips and I cannot open my mouth more than maybe an 1/8” or1/4”.
posted on Wed, 17 Jan 2018
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Hello,

Your current symptoms are considered an emergency. You should go to the emergency room as soon as possible to get the appropriate diagnosis and treatment. It might be a case of allergy reaction or stroke.


Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini
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How Can Swelling In The Cheeks And Jaw Be Treated?

Hello, Your current symptoms are considered an emergency. You should go to the emergency room as soon as possible to get the appropriate diagnosis and treatment. It might be a case of allergy reaction or stroke. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Albana Sejdini