i have a hematoma from a tooth extraction that occurred on tuesday. the dentist took me to the ER and they called an oral surgeon who said there was nothing they can do about it, except what I ve already read, heat, compression, etc. The hematoma is not getting smaller like they said it probably would. This morning I woke up and it has come down into my lymph node. I can feel that the swelling is now under my chin when yesterday it was just on my cheek. Should I go back to the ER? I hate to do that if there s nothing they can do. What do I do???
Hi, Thank you for the query. Usually traumatic extractions lead to complications such as hematoma formation which is due to collection of blood outside the blood vessel. Palpable lymph nodes are due the infection. Treatment of hematoma is done by applying cold packs to produce vasoconstriction which helps to decrease the hemorrhage and swelling. I would advise you to see your dentist to rule out the exact cause for the infection as your lymph nodes are palpable. A course of antibiotics and analgesics will help in reduction of pain and infection. Hope this information helps you.