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Abscessed Tooth Related Diseases & Conditions

Medical conditions are often related to other diseases and conditions. Our doctors have compiled a list of ailments related to the topic of Abscessed Tooth. These conditions may be a cause or symptom of Abscessed Tooth or be a condition for which you may be at increased risk.

  • Swollen Lymph Nodes Lymph nodes help the body's immune system fight infections. Causes of swollen lymph nodes (glands) may include infection (viral,...learn more »
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    Swollen Lymph Nodes Article
    • What are lymph nodes?
    • Where are the lymph nodes located in the body?
    • What are the causes of swollen lymph nodes?
    • What are the symptoms of swollen lymph nodes?
    • How are swollen lymph nodes diagnosed?
    • How are swollen lymph nodes treated?
    • When should I see the doctor for swollen lymph nodes?
    • What are the common lymph nodes that may get swollen?
    • What are the complications of swollen lymph nodes?
    • Swollen Lymph Nodes At A Glance
  • Fever Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degrees F. (37 degrees C.), in practice a person is...learn more »
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    Fever Article
    • Aches, pain, fever facts
    • What is a fever?
    • What causes a fever?
    • What are the signs and symptoms of a fever?
    • How is a fever diagnosed?
    • How should I take a temperature for fever?
    • Measuring an axillary (under the armpit) temperature for fever
    • Measuring fever by eardrum temperature
    • Measuring fever by oral temperature
    • Measuring fever by rectal temperature
    • Measuring fever by electronic thermometer
    • What is the treatment for a fever?
    • When should I seek medical care for a fever?
    • What are complications of a fever?
    • What is the prognosis for a fever?
    • What is the prevention for a fever?
  • Toothache Toothache usually refers to pain around the teeth or jaws. In most instances, toothaches are caused by tooth or jaw problems,...learn more »
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    Toothache Article
    • What is a toothache?
    • What are dental causes of toothaches?
    • Toothache At A Glance
  • Gum Disease Gum disease is caused by plaque and may result in tooth loss without proper treatment. Symptoms and signs of gum disease...learn more »
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    Gum Disease Article
    • Gingivitis introduction
    • What's the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
    • What causes periodontal disease?
    • What are the symptoms and signs of periodontal disease?
    • How does my dentist diagnose periodontal disease?
    • How is periodontal disease treated?
    • How can gingivitis be prevented?
    • Is periodontal disease linked to other health problems?
  • Dental Cavities Second Source article from MedicineNet...learn more »
  • Cavities Learn more about what cavities like, their symptoms, treatment and prevention. See how tooth decay, plaque and bacteria...learn more »
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    Cavities Article
    • What are causes and risk factors for cavities?
    • What are symptoms and signs of cavities?
    • What is the treatment for cavities?
  • Oral Health Problems in Children Oral health problems in children include thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, lip sucking, tooth decay, and early tooth loss. Get...learn more »
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    Oral Health Problems in Children Article
    • Baby bottle tooth decay
    • How do I prevent baby bottle tooth decay?
    • Thumb sucking
    • Tips to help your child stop thumb sucking
    • Tongue thrusting
    • Lip sucking
    • Early tooth loss