hello i am 19yrs old and i just had a maxillofacial surgery of my lower jaw last month on 3rd june11 and there is small lump on my left cheek which is nt healing its a bit bulged out and looks swollen and there is also a small wound inside my mouth in the same area which doesnt hurt it looks more like a flesh. my doc recommended me augmentin 625 mg but i have heard it causes diarrhea and other problems . what should i do and is augmentin effective enough for my case ?
Hi ! Good evening. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. Even though it needs to be examined personally, from your history it seems to be a non-healing wound post surgery, with sprouting granulation tissue inside. This could be a foreign body reaction due to an unresolved catgut/suture which would get absorbed gradually. If not, then you might have to get it reassessed by your operating surgeon for advice. Till then, you could go for an antiseptic mouth wash/gargles to prevent further infection though the wound. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. I wish you an early recovery. Chat Doctor.