Yes, a dental infection can potentially make you sick. If left untreated, dental infections can spread to other parts of the body, leading to systemic health issues. Bacteria from an oral infection can enter the bloodstream and contribute to conditions like endocarditis (infection of the heart lining), pneumonia, and sepsis (a severe whole-body infection). Timely treatment of dental infections is crucial to prevent such complications and maintain both oral and overall health.
Yes, a dental infection can potentially cause dizziness. In some cases, especially if the infection is severe or has spread, the body's response to the infection and inflammation can lead to a feeling of dizziness. Additionally, infections in the oral or facial area, including the teeth, can sometimes impact the surrounding nerves and blood vessels, which may contribute to sensations of dizziness. If you're experiencing dizziness along with other symptoms of a dental infection, it's important to seek medical and dental attention to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.
While not the sole cause, a dental infection can contribute to high blood pressure, becoming worse when left untreated.
Yes, a dental infection can cause pain in the ear. Infections in the teeth, especially in the upper back teeth, can sometimes radiate pain to the ear due to the close proximity of nerves that serve both areas. The shared nerve pathways can result in sensations of pain that feel as though they're originating from the ear when the actual source is a dental infection.
Yes, a dental infection can lead to fever in some cases. When the body is fighting off an infection, including dental infections such as abscesses or gum infections, it can trigger an immune response that includes an elevated body temperature. If the infection is severe or has spread, the body might respond with fever as part of its defense mechanism.
Mild cases of UTI sometimes clear up without antibiotics. Some patients are able to clear a urinary tract infection within a week by increasing their intake of drinking water. However, it’s likely that your UTI will need to be medically treated. Online UTI treatment for women and men is generally the same. Keep in mind that untreated UTIs can lead to severe complications, including kidney damage or sepsis.
Most UTIs go away within 7-14 days. Depending on the type of UTI you have, it could take more or less time. If your doctor prescribes antibiotics and you don’t start to feel relief after 3-5 days of taking your medication as directed, contact us for a follow-up.
No, you can get treated for your UTI without a urine sample. Your doctor may be able to prescribe antibiotics based on your symptoms alone.
It depends on the severity of your infection, as well as other factors. Antibiotics treatment generally takes 2 to 14 days, during which time your symptoms should gradually lessen. Be sure to follow your online doctor’s treatment plan in its entirety. Some patients quit their antibiotics regimen too early because they mistakenly believe they’ve fully recovered and, as a result, their infection returns.
Some patients experience rash, nausea, headaches, or diarrhea in connection with antibiotics use. Don’t hesitate to inform your doctor if you experience any side effects.
Pneumonia, an infection of the air sacs in the lungs, is sometimes confused with bronchitis due to their similar symptoms. During diagnosis, it is important for the medical professional to pinpoint which condition is causing the patient's symptoms in order to determine the correct treatment options.
Pneumonia is the more serious of the two conditions. One way to distinguish between the two conditions is the relative severity of the patient’s fever. In bronchitis patients, fever is only mild, if it is present at all. In pneumonia patients, fever can be more serious, as high as 105°F. If you’re feeling ill and aren’t certain which condition you have, it’s best to seek out professional help from a licensed medical provider, like CallonDoc.