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Novocaine and similar local anesthetics work by blocking nerve signals in the area where they are applied. However, during an infection, the surrounding tissues become more acidic due to inflammation, which can alter the ionization of the anesthetic. This change reduces the effectiveness of the drug, making it harder for it to penetrate nerve membranes and provide adequate pain relief. Consequently, the anesthetic may not work as well in infected areas compared to healthy tissues.

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