pus discharge & swelling even after removing wisdom tooth

[srini1985]

7 years back I had swelling, pain n pus discharge symptoms..for which I had undergone treatment (taking antibiotics, pain killer etc)for 15 days but all those meficines were giving temparary relaxation..everyday morning again same prob of pus accumulation, pain n swelling..later doctor suggested to remove the wisdom tooth..after doing the same everything got cured in a day..

Now again after 7 years I m having same symptoms n antibiotics, painkiller continuing..it was ok for initial 3-4days..later swelling n pain increased..nw doctor suggesting for Biopsy Test..which has yet to be done..

My query in mean time newly headache started..feels like strain in head due to swelling cheek n infection..what it could be n what ll be the adverse effect n suggestion 4 immediate remedy..plz help..

[srini1985]

thanks maam.samples have been taken from soft bone n nearby tissues..awaiting 4 results..

[Arti Sharma, M.D.]

Hi there,
A dental examination is very important for correct diagnosis and management. If there is pus still persisting it can track in various directions, towards the cheek, tongue, or palate, or downwards into the neck. In a wound biopsy a sample of tissue is taken from wounds that do not heal. The tissue is also be checked for cancer in individuals with chronic wounds and at risk of cancer. Treatment will depend on the underlying cause.
Best luck and regards!