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What Causes Bad Smell In The Nose With Sore Gums?

Good day! i have may tooth extraction last month January 5 to be exact, but up to now the gums still sores and i notice some abscess coming from the gum, i went to my dentist she prescribed me again 21 pcs. of antibiotic today is my last day of medication. and last night i smell some foul in my nose... i'm too worried about this! please help!
Mon, 19 May 2014
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Hello thanx fr consulting at hcm.
It could be due to postnasal drip and frm infected teeth..do a sensitivity test,may need higher antibiotic and analgesics..do salt water gargle..hope it helps.tc
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What Causes Bad Smell In The Nose With Sore Gums?

Hello thanx fr consulting at hcm. It could be due to postnasal drip and frm infected teeth..do a sensitivity test,may need higher antibiotic and analgesics..do salt water gargle..hope it helps.tc