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Can a cavity cause blurry vision, tinnitus, and dizziness? Are these symptoms related to my dental infection?
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While uncommon, severe dental infections can potentially cause systemic symptoms like blurry vision, tinnitus, and dizziness through several mechanisms, including spreading infection, inflammatory responses, trigeminal nerve irritation, referred pain, and vascular effects. These symptoms warrant urgent dental and medical evaluation, as they could indicate a serious complication requiring immediate treatment to prevent further progression.
David Thompson July 12, 2025
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