Symptoms on the tooth
An ulcerated wisdom tooth can lead to an abscess. In this case it is called a peritonsillar abscess. It is characterized by pain, swelling and redness of the mucous membrane and sometimes the cheek is also affected and swollen.
The pain can radiate into surrounding areas. If pus is leaking, it can cause an unpleasant taste and smell from the mouth. In addition, a diseased tooth in the lower jaw can cause an abscess at the base of the mouth (tongue base abscess).
This abscess has a different location than the peritonsillar abscess, but the symptoms are similar. In both cases, food intake may be restricted. The following article may also be of interest to you in this context: Abscess in the mouth
Symptoms at the anus
The symptoms of an abscess on the anus are similar to the characteristic symptoms on other parts of the body. The typical signs of inflammation appear: redness, warming, swelling and pain. The pain can be of varying intensity.
Sitting is often painful. In addition, increased pain can occur under pressure – such as during bowel movement. This is also the reason why healing of an abscess on the anus takes longer.
Due to the constant contact of the wound with bowel movement, the wound can heal more slowly. In addition, it is difficult for the person affected to treat the abscess independently due to its location. As a result, the symptoms and the healing time take longer.Especially in the case of an anal abscess, meticulous hygiene and a lot of patience are required. The symptoms can last for weeks.
Symptoms on the neck
In addition to the usual symptoms of an abscess, swollen lymph nodes often occur with a neck abscess. These are usually located along the head-turner muscle and can be painful when touched and pressed.
Symptoms on the jaw
A jaw abscess is often free of symptoms in the early stages. If it is not treated, it usually continues to grow. In this phase, the patient usually complains of a swollen oral mucosa and/or cheek.
The swelling is often warm, painful and reddened. Above a certain size, it breaks into the neighboring tissue. The pus is emptied here.
If it escapes into the oral cavity, an unpleasant smell and taste can develop. Depending on whether the upper or lower jaw is affected, different additional symptoms may occur. If it is an upper jaw abscess, the upper part of the face and the eyes may swell, redden and become warm.
Cheeks, temples, forehead and eyes may also be painful. If the swelling is pronounced, the opening of the eyes and thus the visual performance may be impaired. In the case of a lower jaw abscess, difficulties in opening the mouth can be added.
Swallowing and food intake can be difficult. Weight loss may occur. Also hypersensitivity to touch, brushing teeth and sometimes even a draft can occur.
The pain may radiate towards the ear and chin. As a result, eating and speaking can be difficult. The abscess on the jaw can also press on surrounding nerves and muscles.
This can lead to sensory disturbances such as numbness and unpleasant tingling, as well as to further restrictions of movement. In addition, a general feeling of illness and exhaustion can torture the patient. Even in the case of a jaw abscess, fever is a warning signal that indicates possible blood poisoning.
