Could my ongoing left-sided toothache, cheek and under-eye swelling, and recent thick brown discharge from my nose?which started after I was treated for COVID-19 with extremely high blood sugar (600+) using oxygen, steroids like Solumedrol and Predmet, and other medications like Zonamax, Ascovit C, Rebez, Emset, Augmentin, Enzoflam, and Chymoral AP?be caused by a dental issue or a fungal infection?
While a dental issue is possible, your history of high blood sugar (600+) and steroid use (like Solumedrol and Predmet) increases the risk of a serious fungal infection, such as mucormycosis. Symptoms like facial swelling, toothache, and brown nasal discharge require immediate attention. I gently urge you to be evaluated by an ENT specialist or visit an emergency room today. They can perform a quick assessment to find the exact cause and start the right treatment to help you heal.