Ugh, dry socket is miserable. I'm glad you got some relief, even though it came out prematurely. Yeesh, when it rains it pours.

Still, 3K words? GO YOU! I'm thrilled you're so close to the end and that you managed to be so productive despite the toof awfulness and other assorted medical unpleasantness. *huge huge hugs* Here's hoping your socket gets moist again and that you feel better soon.