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I have tooth infection for 5 days.i had taken antibiotics and it is not working for my problem

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See if u don't remove d cause just taking antibiotics don't work.. n u have to take antibiotics for both arrobic n anaerobic organism.. normal antibiotic s won't work all cases..if u tell me wt exact ...  Read More

Please see attached photo. Is there an infection in my lower wisdom tooth? Is it serious infection or manageable by antibiotics?

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A clinical check up is must. Even your second last molar looks infected. But the OPG only can't be enough to confirm. Only antibiotics will not be helpful unless the needed treatment done. ...  Read More

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I'm pretty sure I have a tooth infection. I've had a few before so I know what it fees like. It being a Saturday night I just don't know what to do. If I can go to the hospital to get an antibiotic or if I should wait till Monday.

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As you are aware that u have tooth infection. You can consult a dentist, x-ray need to be taken, and the dentist will decide the treatment depending on the interpretation of the x ray. If you have x-r ...  Read More

I extracted my tooth today ... And one antibiotic Amoxycilin has been prescribed..how necessary is this to take because I have very acute gas problems and I do not have a good history with antibiotics as it causes extreme problems in digestion.

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Hello , antibiotics are given to control infection . Though ur tooth is extracted but infection inthe socket persists and is required to take a course of 5 days and even to prevent further infection. ...  Read More

I have got front tooth infection. Root canal has been done for that tooth. It's a week after root canal has been done. Even after a week, I'm having severe pain n not able to open my mouth n chew anything. Doctor has suggested to take antibiotics n pain killer. If i stop pain killer, Pain is increasing a lot.

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Need to recheck the rct. If done improperly may need to be redone. Pls get an opinion from a experienced endodontist and not from a dental surgeon. sometimes re-rct needs to be done or apicectomy proc ...  Read More

What happen if the tooth is extracted after spreading the infection is it possible to extract the tooth

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Why u want to extract the tooth? We can save the tooth by doing root canal treatment after seeing the condition of the tooth. It's better if u start with antibiotics before extraction of the tooth. ...  Read More

How to treat antibiotic resistant infection of Proteus mirabilis. All antibiotics are resistant for me

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Treatment depends upon the type of infection.. get a direct consultation for proper guidance ...  Read More

Ok so I 'think' I have an internal infection starting from my anus. I can feel my anus being moist and when taped with a tissue I can see there are small drops of water/pus absorbed that also has a particular smell to it. Doesn't smell like stool or fart but hard to describe the smell. The problem is I don't have access to a doctor right now. I've

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Good to correct the food pattern... it automatically corrects.. ...  Read More

Pls suggest me the antibiotic and probiotic name for covid infection...what are the brand of this kind of medicine?

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Azithromycin/doxycycline (antibiotics) ...  Read More

I have had a tooth infection for 2 weeks and I’m getting my root canal in 4 days but for right now I’m taking amoxicillin (antibiotic). The problem is I can’t take the capsules being that they are too big for me so I opened it and put the powder in my mouth and swallowed it down with a little room temperature water. Was that safe ? Is amoxicillin t

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First and foremost , it’s not advisable to consume the contents of the Capsule directly . If u can’t take a capsule then there is also an oral suspension available in the market which can be taken w ...  Read More

Hi doctor, I was having gut infection so doctor give me 5 days bandy plus and also had given antibiotics for 3 weeks but after that I lost my energy and regular stomach pain I have taking darolac probiotics but still can't regain energy what to I do

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Hi doctor, I was having stomach infection and worms 10 months ago I had taken bandy plus tablets for 7 days After that I had recurrent pneumonia so I was on antibiotics again but my stomach issues started again doctor suggested it's may antibiotics side effects so I am taking probiotics from 15 days but my stomach issues and loss of energy and anxi

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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app ...  Read More

Infected premolar tooth also one side of my face become swell doctor from my city told me that there is no other option protect my tooth either it should need to be extracted

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Hello Better to get it treated so that there won't be any problem in future ...  Read More

I am feeling sensitivity and pain in my tooth, however as per xray no infection is visible what can be the reason?

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Hello Can you please explain where the pain and sensitivity is I mean, in which region ...  Read More

My baby is under 3 months and she had fever 2 3 days ago the doctor prescribed one antibiotic Cefolac. I am giving her 2 times a day 2.5 ml... should I stop now or use the whole bottle?

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Need evaluation, less than 3 months fever should be evaluated with investigations ...  Read More

Please suggest a good antibiotic for viral fever Having fever since last 2-3 days , taking dolo but fever keeps coming

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You can consult me directly on Practo, or reach out via WhatsApp: Eight Seven Six Two Seven Four Nine Nine Seven Four I’ll guide you step-by-step with easy-to-follow treatment plans. Early consu ...  Read More

My son is having is on antibiotics for ear infection and fever. Can pulse polio drops be given. Pls advise.

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Hi. Mild infection and basic antibiotic is not a contraindication ...  Read More

The doctor has prescribed 500mg ciplox antibiotics tablet for an 8 year old kid. He is ok . It is for eye problems. There is swelling on the eye lid with discharge.

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please cancel for proper treatment ...  Read More

Hi. I recently had my wisdom tooth removal surgery and coz of that i had taken lots of heavy dose of antibiotics that eventually leads to yeast infection. What to do its jss to irritating and uncomfortable as i have to go to work. Do guide its really damn irritating

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Consult please. ...  Read More

My husband caught into a bike accident where he got cut in his leg, which is blackish outside and inside white. I have cleared it with alcohols, betadine and also gave tbact cream and also titenas injection. Which antibiotic can be taken to cure it ?

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Is it possible for u to upload a pic of his wound ...  Read More

Took lot of antibiotics for years antifungal and antiallergic no preprobiotics taken for cost saving Gut flora can be normalised now since for.chronic prostate lot of antibiotics consumed

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Hey there! What symptoms are you currently facing? Do you have bloating/Burning/constipation/diarrhoea or similar symptoms? ...  Read More

Sir,my son is 6 months old now... 2 months back he had a UTI doctor prescribed amoxilin based on a culture report but UTI didn't subsided showing resistance to amoxilin again used bactrim but no use same UTI now he had ear infection so using monocef100 for that...now I am concerning using these many antibiotics at this early age cause any severe si

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Repeat urine culture and get CBC CRP URINE COMPLETE DONE In infants we have to use antibiotics sometimes However, overuse can disrupt the gut microbiome and may contribute to long-term effects like an ...  Read More

After my wisdom tooth removal and taking 15 antibiotics in 5 days, I have severe stomach pain and cramping . What can I do? Can I take calpol to reduce pain?

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Tab meftal spas ds two times a day after food for 3 days. Nexpro RD40 ONE IN EMPTY STOMACH FOR 5 days Mucain gel10 ml without water nothing by mouth till 30min can be taken 3to 4times. ...  Read More

I am suffering from cough from 5 days . And got ear pain from yesterday. I took montair lc tablet for 4 days . Improvement seen but not properly cured . Please suggest any antibiotics

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Kindly consult ...  Read More

I had a sleeping wisdom tooth that caused decay in the 2nd molar. I got my wisdom tooth extracted and RCT on the 2nd molar. 4 weeks after the wisdom tooth extraction (2 weeks after RCT, I got a severe infection with pus) I was given antibiotics and pain and swelling went down. However the pus didn't stop. I got an x-ray and no issues were present,

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Hello, There can be several reasons for the discomfort you’re experiencing. It might be due to issues like incomplete root canal treatment, a missed canal, or possible contamination during the filling ...  Read More

Hii iam 35 weeks pregnant.i am diagnosed with urinary infection..till now I have used antibiotics 3 times ..2 times for ear infection,1 time for urine infection..now it will be the 4th time..iam so much worried if it cause any problem to my baby?

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Connect ...  Read More

I had a cough and cold 1 month before and I took antibiotics. Again I have cough and cold, shall I take antibiotics again? Can we use antibiotics after 1 month or will it be quite early?

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Recurrent cold and cough usually occurs due to allergy related issues. ...  Read More

Hello dr, im hvng pain in corner of my lower 3rd molar tooth , seeing infection around it and food lodgment around it since 7-8 days ...yesterday i have done opg done that im attaching kindly hv a look and advice shall we need to extract the tooth ...

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Hello Need of clinical examination ...  Read More

Hello dr,am 31 years married am hvng food lodgment and bacterial infection around my lowe left 3rd molar tooth since 7-8 days ,yesterday i done OPG am attaching it kindly hv a look and help me out thank u...

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Get your wisdom tooth removed ...  Read More

Hi I had fever and throat infection for which I am taking antibiotic medicine right now. And I'm planning to go to a doctor to get my irregular period issues checked. The doctor would most likely tell a blood test to be done. Can I get blood tests done when on antibiotics?

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Yes Better do it ...  Read More

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