Unexplained death after tooth extraction sparks controversy in Phetchaburi

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A 25 year old woman‘s mysterious death following two tooth extractions has led to her distraught family seeking answers.

 

The woman, Thiphaphon (surname withheld), experienced severe facial swelling and pain after the dental procedure at a hospital in Phetchaburi. Despite later diagnoses of leukaemia and further tests, her death remains unexplained and has sparked controversy.

 

The news was delivered to 47 year old Asnee today, December 21, accompanied by her relatives, 42 year old Wannisa and 49 year old Pramuan, Thiphaphon’s father. The family is devastated at Thiphaphon’s passing from an unexplained growth in her right jaw, which originated after she had two teeth extracted on November 16, at a local Phetchaburi hospital.

Recounting the events, Asnee said that Thiphaphon had severe pain and swelling in her right cheek on November 16. After having two molars extracted at a hospital, she was sent home. However, Thiphaphon’s cheek continued to swell, preventing her from eating.

 

by Nattapong Westwood 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Full story: The Thaiger 2023-12-21

 

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[ikke1959]

That was 16 November, why not go to hospital sooner??

[brianthainess]

The family refused her to have a tracheostomy fearing it my kill her. And then she died. Doh!