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Is This Normal Of Having Fever And Sweating After Wisdom Teeth Removal?

Hi there, this is ny 6th day after 4 wisedom teeth were removed via general anesthic. My swelling has subsided but now I am feeling very hot and have a fever and sweating. I am feeling shaky and not well. Is this normal? My mouth is feeling alot better than it was.
Thu, 25 Jun 2015
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Hi..
Can understand your concern..

As per your complain fever and chills after wisdom tooth extraction can occur in case if there is spread of infection known as Septicemia but most commonly it occurs within a day or two after extraction but in case you have taken an antibiotic course after extraction chances of infection are less but in case you have not taken antibiotics can cause infection causing fever and chills.

It can also occur due to non healing extraction socket if the blood clot is dislodged from its socket leaving it empty and causing "Dry Socket" which is a very painful condition can can cause mild fever and discomfort too..

It is also possible that fever is due to the viral infection and it can not be related to tooth extraction..

I would suggest you to take Acetaminophen 500mg three times a day and rest.. In case if the fever completely subsides it is fine otherwise you need to consult a physician and get evaluated and treated accordingly..

In case of infection due to extraction a course of antibiotics and acetaminophen will relieve..

Hope this information helps..

If you find the answer helpful kindly write a positive review and click on found this answer helpful as a token of appreciation..

Thanks and regards..
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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Is This Normal Of Having Fever And Sweating After Wisdom Teeth Removal?

Hi.. Can understand your concern.. As per your complain fever and chills after wisdom tooth extraction can occur in case if there is spread of infection known as Septicemia but most commonly it occurs within a day or two after extraction but in case you have taken an antibiotic course after extraction chances of infection are less but in case you have not taken antibiotics can cause infection causing fever and chills. It can also occur due to non healing extraction socket if the blood clot is dislodged from its socket leaving it empty and causing Dry Socket which is a very painful condition can can cause mild fever and discomfort too.. It is also possible that fever is due to the viral infection and it can not be related to tooth extraction.. I would suggest you to take Acetaminophen 500mg three times a day and rest.. In case if the fever completely subsides it is fine otherwise you need to consult a physician and get evaluated and treated accordingly.. In case of infection due to extraction a course of antibiotics and acetaminophen will relieve.. Hope this information helps.. If you find the answer helpful kindly write a positive review and click on found this answer helpful as a token of appreciation.. Thanks and regards.. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.