Abscess Gum Infection

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@HazySue (39264)
Gouverneur, New York
October 11, 2019 9:02am CST
Yesterday all of the sudden my husband jaw puffed out and started aching. Within an hour or so the whole side of his face was swollen. So we went to see his doctor after I finished with my doctor's appointment. It turns out he has a abscess gum infection. His doctor gave him a antibiotic (amoxicillin, very high dose) and he took one immediately. Last night he had a fever and the area was so swollen he couldn't open his eye. Poor baby. So today he is inside with me. Trying to do nothing and relax. I really do feel bad for him, something like that is so painful. I will be babying him today, you know, getting him drinks and waiting on him as much as I can. Hopefully he will be feeling better real soon. That's is what my day will be, what about yours? I hope this finds everyone healthy, happy, and pain free.
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ElusiveButterfly
@ElusiveButterfly (45939)
• United States
12 Oct 19
OMG, I remember getting those infections. So painful. I have a great fear of dentists so it wasn't easy for me to get it taken care of. Hope the hubby feels better soon.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
He was in a lot of pain. But, he is so much better now. He took a lot of care and time but so glad it is almost over for him.
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crazyhorseladycx
@crazyhorseladycx (39515)
• United States
11 Oct 19
oh no! poor fella! so glad he 'twas able to get treatment so quickly, hon. hope he's a better patient'n the one here who does nothin' but refuse all'n whine. i'd great plans, the hubs's still not left. keeps procrastinatin' 'n whinin' 'bout all thingies. i wish 't times i could put him'n ebay 'r some place'n see if'n i can recoup some funds 't least.
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crazyhorseladycx
@crazyhorseladycx (39515)
• United States
18 Oct 19
@HazySue bless yer heart, sounds's though y'ave got one 'f "those", too. 've said the same 'f mine.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
19 Oct 19
@crazyhorseladycx You've got to love them.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
He wasn't a great patient. It took a lot of time and energy to take care of him. But, it's over now. I always say I would have to pay someone to take him off my hands.
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rebelann1949
@rebelann (111310)
• El Paso, Texas
11 Oct 19
I hope your hubby is feeling much better now.
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rebelann1949
@rebelann (111310)
• El Paso, Texas
17 Oct 19
That's good to hear @HazySue
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
He is so much better. The swelling is gone and he can eat normally once again. Thanks.
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Stacey
@xstitcher (30450)
• Petaluma, California
11 Oct 19
Ow. I thought I was going to work, but it turned out I'm staying home today.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
Yes it was a big ouch. Enjoy your day off.
Four Walls
@FourWalls (62517)
• United States
11 Oct 19
My last abscessed tooth cost me about $6K. I sure pray the antibiotics do the trick for him.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
They did. He is so much better -no pain, no swelling.
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CarolDM
@CarolDM (203451)
• Nashville, Tennessee
11 Oct 19
Yikes, that image makes my mouth hurt. Amazing how fast this can happen. Glad he is taking meds. No plans here.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
It takes no time for them to appear and it seems like forever to get rid of them. I am so glad he went to the doctor when he did.
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CarolDM
@CarolDM (203451)
• Nashville, Tennessee
17 Oct 19
@HazySue You are so right.
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Oshy
@TiarasOceanView (70035)
• United States
14 Oct 19
I am so glad he has you but sorry to hear this..yes very serious those abscesses. I pray he feels better soon and that it will clear up.Today just baked a pie that is all and catching up on the Lot. Have a good one Susan.
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Oshy
@TiarasOceanView (70035)
• United States
17 Oct 19
@HazySue Me too glad its nearly over
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
It sounds like a good day for you. Fortunately he is nearing the end of the abscess. His face is back to normal and he is running around. I am so glad that is almost over.
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Judy Story
@jstory07 (134741)
• Roseburg, Oregon
12 Oct 19
I hope by the end of the day he will be feeling better.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
It took a few days but it's better now, thank goodness. He seems to be back to himself.
Marie
@Tampa_girl7 (49163)
• United States
11 Oct 19
Your poor husband. I hope the infection and swelling go away quickly.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
It took a few days but it is all gone now. He is still taking the antibiotic though, just in case.
DianneN
@DianneN (247219)
• United States
14 Oct 19
I heard those are awful! Hope the antibiotic kicks in soon.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
It took a few days but it's clear sailing now. I deid feel sorry for him.
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Valerie J. Routhieaux
@just4him (307550)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
13 Oct 19
I'm sorry he has an abscessed gum. I hope it heals soon. My day has been good, quiet except for church this morning.
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Valerie J. Routhieaux
@just4him (307550)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
17 Oct 19
@HazySue Yes, I did, thank you.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
It took a little time but it seems to be all gone now. Hope you were able to get some writing done.
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Angie
@andriaperry (116860)
• Anniston, Alabama
11 Oct 19
He needs a dentist.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
I have been telling him that but...
Thelma
@thelme55 (76481)
• Germany
12 Oct 19
Oh my! That is painful I remember my face got swollen because of my toothache. I hope he will feel better soon.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
He is feeling more like himself now. No swelling, no pain. He is up and running around.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
18 Oct 19
@thelme55 So am I. Thanks
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Thelma
@thelme55 (76481)
• Germany
17 Oct 19
@HazySue That sounds good. I am glad he is feeling better than yesterday.
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (157519)
• United States
11 Oct 19
Hoping that your husband feels better soon. Nothing special planned here.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
He is feeling better. Now that he is I will be getting back to my normal days.
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snowy
@snowy22315 (170708)
• United States
11 Oct 19
I am sorry to hear that. My brother in law had that one time, and it was a bit of a nightmare.
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Susan
@HazySue (39264)
• Gouverneur, New York
17 Oct 19
It is a nightmare. I am so glad he got help so quickly.
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