Can toothache cause fever?
I've been having a throbbing toothache for the past day, and this evening I also noticed a slight fever. Is it possible that a bad toothache can actually cause a fever?
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7 months ago
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Yes, it can. A dental infection can spread and cause a fever as your body tries to fight off the bacteria.
7 months ago
Hey, don't stress too much! It usually happens when there is a bit of an infection under the tooth. Just book a quick dentist appointment and they will prescribe some meds to cool it down.
7 months ago
I totally get it, having a toothache and fever together is honestly the worst feeling. Your body is just exhausted from fighting the infection, so please rest well and see a doc soon.
5 months ago
Oh man, when I had a fever from my wisdom tooth infection, I couldn't even enjoy my regular weekend biryani. It is definitely a sign that the body is dealing with a nasty infection, so get it checked so you can eat properly again.
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7 months ago
Yes, a toothache with a fever is a clear indicator of a dental abscess or severe infection. Don't wait around for it to subside on its own; visit a dentist immediately to get antibiotics or treatment.
5 months ago
It is definitely possible due to infection. Instead of delaying and making the treatment more expensive later, go to a government hospital clinic where they do dental checkups and X-rays very cheaply.