I had a tooth pulled out a week ago upper back molar been on antibiotics for seven days though I feel stronger when I blow my nose puss comes out and I can only smell and taste rotten flesh. Went back to my dentist and he said to stop blowing my nose cause Il dislodge the blood clot which I get. Question. Is it OK to keep that puss in my body with no other way out and two are the antibiotics working? Please help don't know what to do and a little scared.
Hi Shaun,
The antibiotics SHOULD be working after 7 days - and there should have been noticeable improvement. If not, see a doctor.
Pus indicates an infection. If this is a sinus infection then your dentist IS NOT the person from whom you should be seeking medical treatment.
See your doctor. Tell them exactly what the dentist did AND what medication/dosage you are on now. They are likely related.
Good luck.